Acetate Filament Tow for Apparel Interlinings from Japan
Fine-denier cellulose acetate tow for producing fusible interlining fibers in garment construction. Remains under HTS 5502.10.00.00 as artificial filament tow before interlining processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document apparel end-use with fashion manufacturer purchase orders
• Ensure tow meets interlining denier specs (typically 1.5-3.0 denier per filament)
• Avoid any heat-treatment that could be interpreted as yarn processing