5503.20.00.15/Bico Polyester Thermal Bonding Staple Fiber 4D 6mm/Germany

Bico Polyester Thermal Bonding Staple Fiber 4D 6mm from Germany

Bi-component polyester staple fibers with a low-melt copolymer sheath surrounding a high-melt core, cut to 6mm length at 4 denier. Designed specifically for thermal bonding applications where the sheath melts at lower temperatures to fuse fibers without adhesives. Classified under HTS 5503.20.0015 due to their bi-component structure optimized for nonwoven bonding processes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify bi-component structure via manufacturer specs showing distinct sheath/core melt points to confirm HTS 5503.20.0015 classification

• Include technical datasheets documenting lower sheath melt temperature (typically 110-130°C vs core >150°C) in import documentation

• Avoid misclassification as standard polyester staple by highlighting thermal bonding end-use; common pitfall is grouping with 5503.20.0020