Flame Retardant Polyester Staple 5 Decitex from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Include FR test reports (e.g
• NFPA 701) as supporting docs but they don't change fiber classification
• Specify if FR is inherent vs topical treatment to address potential chemical content questions
• Segregate FR fibers from standard polyester during shipping to prevent cross-contamination claims