15 Denier Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber from Mexico
Recycled polyester staple fibers at 15 decitex, raw and unprocessed for spinning, often used in non-woven fabrics and apparel filling. Classified under HTS 5503.20.0065 for polyester staples 13.2 decitex or more, excluding any pre-spinning treatments.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.3%
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
Import Tips
• Include recycling certification and origin documentation to qualify for potential duty reductions under sustainability programs
• Ensure staple fibers are explicitly not carded; customs may require fiber length and crimp specs
• Watch for contamination claims—pure polyester content is key to avoid reclassification as blends