Triacetate Filament Tow for Specialty Yarns from China
Cellulose triacetate continuous filament tow for conversion into luxury apparel and decorative yarns. HTS 5502.10.00.00 covers both di- and triacetate forms as artificial filament tow.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify triacetate substitution level (92-99% acetyl) in technical documentation
• Include luster specifications (bright/dull) relevant for yarn conversion
• Partner with accredited labs for fiber identification testing