Polyester Staple Fiber 6 Decitex for Apparel from China
Synthetic polyester staple fibers measuring approximately 6 decitex, not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, supplied in bales for textile manufacturing. These fibers fall under HTS 5503.20.0045 due to their decitex range of 3.3 to less than 13.2 and polyester composition. They are primarily used in spinning yarns for woven and knitted apparel fabrics.
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
• Verify decitex measurement via supplier certification to confirm 3.3-13.2 range for HTS 5503.20.00.45 compliance
• Provide lab test reports on fiber length and crimp to avoid reclassification as processed fibers under 5506
• Ensure documentation specifies 'not carded, combed or otherwise processed' to prevent duty disputes