ES Sheath-Core Bico Polyester Fiber 2D 32mm from Japan
Extensible sheath (ES) bi-component polyester staple fibers, 2 denier ultrafine, 32mm length, with copolyester sheath melting lower than PET core for superior bonding. Common in flushable wipes, medical nonwovens, and high-loft battings via calendering or air-through bonding. HTS 5503.20.0015 covers these precise thermal bonding fiber specifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Supplier certification of 'no crimp' or 'crimped' status irrelevant for 5503.20.0015 but document for downstream processing
• Prevent bulk packaging confusion with filament by including staple length distribution specs (CV% <20%)
• EU REACH compliance often required; align with US TSCA declarations for polyester copolymer content