Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber 8 Decitex from Japan
Post-consumer recycled polyester staple fibers at 8 decitex, unprocessed for spinning, ideal for sustainable textile production. Classified under HTS 5503.20.0045 for polyester staple fibers in the specified decitex range. Commonly used in spinning yarns for upholstery and home textiles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include recycling certification and chemical composition analysis to validate polyester content over 85%
• Label bales clearly with decitex specs and 'unprocessed' status to facilitate customs clearance
• Watch for contamination with other synthetics that could trigger reclassification under mixed fiber headings