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5503.20.00.45/Microdenier Polyester Staple 12 Decitex/Mexico

Microdenier Polyester Staple 12 Decitex from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

14.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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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

Microdenier Polyester Staple 12 Decitex from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5503.20.00.45