Nylon 6 Staple Fibers

Unprocessed synthetic staple fibers made from nylon 6 polyamide, cut to lengths suitable for spinning into yarns. These fibers are neither carded nor combed, falling under HTS 5503.19.90.00 as 'other' nylon or polyamide staple fibers not further processed.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+35.0%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪Germany4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇯🇵Japan4.3%+10.0%14.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5504.10.00.00Lower: 21.8% vs 39.3%

If carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning

Chapter 55 moves processed staple fibers to heading 5504, excluding raw unprocessed forms.

5402.47Lower: 18% vs 39.3%

If in continuous filament form rather than staple

Polyamide in filament yarn form (not cut into staples) classifies under Chapter 54 for synthetic filaments.

5503.20.00Same rate: 39.3%

If made from polyesters instead of polyamides

Material composition determines subheading; polyester staples use 5503.20, distinct from polyamides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm polyamide content over 85% for proper classification

• Include supplier certificates specifying denier, length, and lack of processing to avoid misclassification as carded fibers

• Beware of blending with other synthetics; mixtures may shift to 5504 if processed