New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Polynosic Filament Tow from Japan

Polynosic filament tow is a premium modified viscose artificial tow with high wet modulus, untwisted for superior fiber conversion in textiles. Under HTS 5502.90.00.00 as other artificial filament tow, valued for wrinkle-resistant fabrics.

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

• Lab certify polynosic properties (high wet strength); declare for apparel end-use if applicable

• Pitfall: treating as synthetic due to performance

Polynosic Filament Tow from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5502.90.00.00