High-Bond Bico Polyester Staple Fiber 12D 70mm from China

Heavy-denier 12D bi-component polyester staple fibers, 70mm length, with enhanced low-melt sheath for high-strength thermal bonds in mattress pads and furniture batting. Core provides durability while sheath enables powder-free bonding. HTS 5503.20.0015 designation for all such unprocessed bonding fibers.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39.3%

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
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)

Import Tips

Heavy denier needs higher bonding temps; document recommended process window (130-160°C)

Fire safety specs often required; align with 16 CFR 1633 if US end-use