Solution Dyed Polyester Staple 7 Decitex from China
Solution-dyed polyester staple fibers at 7 decitex in various colors, unprocessed for spinning, to prevent color bleeding. Classified HTS 5503.20.0045 for unprocessed polyester staple regardless of coloration method. Used for upholstery and automotive textiles.
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
• Colorfastness test results support claims but unprocessed colored fibers stay in 5503
• List exact color codes and dye types in commercial invoice for customs verification
• Package colored fibers separately from white to avoid inspection disputes