Modacrylic Flame-Retardant Staple Fiber from Japan

Modacrylic staple fibers engineered for fire resistance, used in protective apparel, supplied unprocessed in bales. Falls under HTS 5503.30.00.00 for acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not further processed for spinning.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide manufacturer specs confirming modacrylic composition (35-85% acrylonitrile); check for FR certifications

Avoid classifying as processed if only cut to staple length

Modacrylic Flame-Retardant Staple Fiber from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5503.30.00.00