Polyester Staple Fiber for Spinning 14 Decitex
Standard 14 decitex polyester staple fibers, not processed, for ring spinning into apparel yarns. HTS 5503.20.0065 covers these raw polyester fibers at or above 13.2 decitex.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lower than 13.2 decitex
Finer polyesters have separate statistical breakout.
If blended with cotton during import
Blends containing 85%+ polyester classify under mixed fiber headings.
If packaged as filter paper pulp
Specialty pulp forms shift to paper Chapter 48.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Match bale labels to commercial invoice for fiber specs to speed clearance
• Declare average staple length (e.g
• 38mm) to confirm raw status
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Polyester Staple Fiber 15 Denier
Synthetic polyester staple fibers measuring approximately 15 decitex (1.5 denier), not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, supplied in bales for textile manufacturing. These fibers fall under HTS 5503.20.0065 due to their polyester composition and decitex measurement of 13.2 or more, distinguishing them from finer filaments.
15 Denier Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber
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.
20 Denier Polyester Staple Fiber Bale
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.
Bright Polyester Staple Fiber 17 Decitex
High-luster bright polyester staples at 17 decitex, unprocessed for spinning into shiny fabrics. Under HTS 5503.20.0065 for coarser polyester staple fibers.
Semi-Dull Polyester Staple 15.5 Decitex
Semi-dull polyester staple fibers measuring 15.5 decitex, raw for upholstery yarn spinning. HTS 5503.20.0065 for polyester ≥13.2 decitex, unprocessed.
Polyester Staple Fiber for Filling 18 Decitex
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.