5503.20.00.45/Bicomponent Polyester Staple Fiber 10 Decitex/Japan

Bicomponent Polyester Staple Fiber 10 Decitex from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document bicomponent ratio (e.g

• 50/50 PET/PE) but classification remains polyester staple

• Include melting point specs for low-melt component without affecting HTS placement

• Avoid generic 'synthetic fiber' declarations—specify polyester to prevent 5504 defaults