Twaron Aramid Staple Fibers from Japan
Twaron para-aramid staple fibers, not carded or combed, for ballistic protection and rope reinforcement. HTS 5503.11.00.00 applies to these unprocessed synthetic aramid staples. Known for ultra-high tensile strength in composite materials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include tensile strength specs in invoices to differentiate from commodity synthetics; ensure staple length under 200mm to confirm non-continuous status; pre-register with CBP for high-value defense-related shipments