Polyester Microfiber Staple Fiber 1.3 dtex from Germany
Synthetic polyester staple fibers measuring 1.3 decitex (0.13 tex), not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, used primarily in high-performance textiles like sportswear and filtration media. Classified under HTS 5503.20.0025 due to polyester composition and fineness below 3.3 decitex threshold.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify decitex measurement via certified lab testing to confirm <3.3 dtex classification and avoid reclassification to 5503.20.0045
• Provide mill certificates documenting polyester content (>85%) and staple length for customs valuation