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Polyester Staple Fiber for Spinning 14 Decitex from Japan

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.

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

• Match bale labels to commercial invoice for fiber specs to speed clearance

• Declare average staple length (e.g

• 38mm) to confirm raw status

Polyester Staple Fiber for Spinning 14 Decitex from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5503.20.00.65