Apparel Grade Polyester Staple 3.8 Decitex
Fine apparel grade polyester staple fibers measuring 3.8 decitex for soft-hand intimate apparel yarns. HTS 5503.20.0045 classification for unprocessed polyester in fineness range. Silky luster and dyeability for lingerie and sportswear.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dyed woven shirt fabric
Apparel polyester yarns woven into fabric become Chapter 54.
If knitted into jersey fabric
Knitted apparel fabrics from polyester staple yarn classify Chapter 60.
If superfine apparel under statistical break
Premium apparel grade often uses finest statistical suffix.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Brightness/luster specs (dull, semi-dull, bright) noted but don't affect classification
• IV value (intrinsic viscosity) certification confirms spinning quality
• Separate apparel grade from industrial to maintain premium pricing
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Polyester Staple Fiber 6 Decitex for Apparel
Synthetic polyester staple fibers measuring approximately 6 decitex, not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, supplied in bales for textile manufacturing. These fibers fall under HTS 5503.20.0045 due to their decitex range of 3.3 to less than 13.2 and polyester composition. They are primarily used in spinning yarns for woven and knitted apparel fabrics.
Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber 8 Decitex
Post-consumer recycled polyester staple fibers at 8 decitex, unprocessed for spinning, ideal for sustainable textile production. Classified under HTS 5503.20.0045 for polyester staple fibers in the specified decitex range. Commonly used in spinning yarns for upholstery and home textiles.
Polyester Staple Fiber 4.4 Decitex for Nonwoven
Medium-fine polyester staple fibers measuring 4.4 decitex, not processed for spinning, packaged for nonwoven fabric production like geotextiles. HTS 5503.20.0045 applies to these unprocessed polyester fibers in the 3.3-13.2 decitex range. Their crimp and length suit needle-punching applications.
Bicomponent Polyester Staple Fiber 10 Decitex
Sheath-core bicomponent polyester staple fibers at 10 decitex, unprocessed, for thermal bonding in nonwovens. Falls under HTS 5503.20.0045 as polyester staple in specified fineness range. Used in hygiene products and insulation materials.
Flame Retardant Polyester Staple 5 Decitex
Inherently flame retardant polyester staple fibers measuring 5 decitex, not processed for spinning, for fire-safe textiles. HTS 5503.20.0045 covers these unprocessed polyester fibers by decitex spec. Applied in curtains, upholstery, and public transport fabrics.
Solution Dyed Polyester Staple 7 Decitex
Solution-dyed polyester staple fibers at 7 decitex in various colors, unprocessed for spinning, to prevent color bleeding. Classified HTS 5503.20.0045 for unprocessed polyester staple regardless of coloration method. Used for upholstery and automotive textiles.