Conductive Polyester Staple Fiber 3.5 Decitex from China
Carbon-infused conductive polyester staple fibers at 3.5 decitex for antistatic textiles, unprocessed. HTS 5503.20.0045 classification for polyester staple in specified decitex despite conductivity. Used in cleanroom garments and ESD flooring.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Surface resistivity test data (10^3-10^9 ohms) confirms properties without reclassification
• Specify carbon content percentage—must remain predominantly polyester matrix
• Avoid electrical component declarations that trigger Chapter 85 review