2.2 dtex Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber from Japan
2.2 decitex staple fibers from recycled PET bottles, unprocessed, used in eco-friendly yarns and fillings. Classified in 5503.20.0025 as polyester synthetic fibers under 3.3 decitex, regardless of recycled origin.
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
• Provide recycling certification (e.g
• GRS) alongside decitex specs for preferential tariff claims
• Test for residual contaminants common in rPET that could affect classification
• Label shipments clearly as 'virgin-equivalent' vs. 'low-quality recycled' to prevent disputes