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Microdenier Polyester Staple 12 Decitex from Japan

Near-microdenier polyester staple fibers at 12 decitex for fine filtration media, not processed for spinning. Classified HTS 5503.20.0045 within upper decitex limit for unprocessed polyester. Enables high-efficiency air and liquid filters.

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%

Import Tips

Confirm via viscometer testing that decitex stays under 13.2 threshold

Include intended filtration efficiency ratings as commercial specs

Package to prevent fiber entanglement that could appear as processing