Superba Heatset Polyester Staple 4 Decitex from Japan
Superba heatset polyester staple fibers at 4 decitex with controlled crimp for wool-like yarns, unprocessed beyond heatset. Still HTS 5503.20.0045 as not carded/combed for spinning. Creates premium suiting and sweater yarns.
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
• Heatset crimp specs differentiate from standard but remain unprocessed fiber
• Include Superba process certification for quality verification
• Crimp stability tests prevent reclassification arguments