Viscose Rayon Filament Tow from Germany
Viscose rayon filament tow consists of continuous artificial filaments in an untwisted bundle, produced from regenerated cellulose, used primarily for textile processing into staple fibers or yarn. It falls under HTS 5502.90.00.00 as 'other' artificial filament tow, excluding acetate tow specifically noted elsewhere. This product is not processed into yarn or fabric at this stage.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify the chemical composition via lab testing to confirm artificial (regenerated cellulose) status; ensure documentation specifies untwisted tow form to avoid misclassification as yarn
• Common pitfall: confusing with acetate tow under 5502.10