20 Denier Polyester Staple Fiber Bale from China
Baled polyester staple fibers at 20 decitex, unprocessed, ideal for carpet backing and geotextiles. Falls under HTS 5503.20.0065 for polyester staples measuring 13.2 decitex or more.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Use ISF filings early for bulk bales to avoid delays; include bale weights precisely
• Lab certification for decitex is crucial—disputes often arise on thickness measurements
• Ensure no oil or spin-finish exceeds trace levels, or it may be deemed 'processed'