Polyester Staple Fiber for Filling 18 Decitex from Japan
Coarse 18 decitex polyester staple fibers designed for pillow and comforter filling, raw form not processed for spinning. HTS 5503.20.0065 applies to these thicker polyester staples (≥13.2 decitex) used in stuffing applications.
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
• Specify end-use as filling in entry docs, but note classification is material-based, not use-based
• Bundle in moisture-proof packaging to prevent damage claims during transit