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Polyester Microfiber Staple 0.8 Denier 38mm

Ultra-fine polyester microfiber staple, 0.8 denier, 38mm length for suede-like fabrics and filtration media. Raw unprocessed for specialized yarn spinning. Classified HTS 5503.20.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+35.0%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪Germany4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇯🇵Japan4.3%+10.0%14.3%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

5503.20.00.15Bi-component fibers having an outer copolymer sheath that melts at a lower temperature than the core, of a kind used for bonding fibers together
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5503.20.00.25Measuring less than 3.3 decitex
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5503.20.00.45Measuring 3.3 decitex or more but less than 13.2 decitex
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5503.20.00.65Measuring 13.2 decitex or more
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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5601.29.00Lower: 39% vs 39.3%

If textile flock from microfibers

Processed into flock/powder form under Chapter 56.

5911.90.00Lower: 38.8% vs 39.3%

If technical filter textile

Finished filter fabric from microfibers under Chapter 59.

8421.99.01Lower: 35% vs 39.3%

If complete filter parts

Assembled filter elements classified by machinery function in Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Precise denier measurement critical for microfiber; static control packaging; end-use documentation for filtration claims

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