1.0 dtex Polyester Fiber for Filtration Media from China
Ultra-fine 1.0 decitex polyester staples for meltblown and spunbond filter media in air purification. HTS 5503.20.0025 for sub-3.3 decitex unprocessed polyester synthetic fibers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify melt index and IV (intrinsic viscosity) values critical for filtration performance
• Avoid bulk packaging that simulates processed tow, risking 5503.60 classification
• Document clean room production if destined for medical filtration applications