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Polyester Flame Retardant Staple Fiber 2D from China

2 denier flame retardant polyester staple fibers, 51mm length, with copolymer additives for fire resistance. Unprocessed for spinning into protective apparel yarns. Classified HTS 5503.20.00 as base polyester staple fibers.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.8%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include FR test reports (e.g

NFPA 701); declare additive levels without triggering chemical classification; test for leachability during customs inspection