Nomex Aramid Staple Fibers from China
Nomex meta-aramid staple fibers, unprocessed for spinning, ideal for high-temperature resistant fabrics like firefighter gear and industrial felts. Falls under HTS 5503.11.00.00 due to its aramid polyamide composition and raw staple state. Offers inherent flame retardancy without additional treatments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.8%
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
• Provide NFPA or ISO flammability test reports to substantiate aramid claims; watch for contamination levels under 1% to prevent quality-based disputes; use FDA-compliant packaging if destined for apparel end-use