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High-Bulk Acrylic Staple Fiber from Japan

Crimped high-bulk acrylic staple for bulky yarns in sweaters, unprocessed direct from extrusion. HTS 5503.30.00.00 for basic staple fibers before spinning prep.

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

• Detail crimp specs but note crimping ≠ processing for spinning; lab verify acrylic

• Common error: confusing with yarn stage