2.2 dtex Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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