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Bicomponent PP/PE Staple Fiber 2 Denier from Japan

Sheath-core bicomponent staple fiber with PP core and PE sheath, 2 denier, unprocessed for thermal bonding nonwovens. Primarily polypropylene, thus HTS 5503.40.00.00 for unprocessed synthetic staples.

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

• Specify component ratios (>50% PP) in invoices to justify classification

• Lab analysis required for blends; retain for audits

Bicomponent PP/PE Staple Fiber 2 Denier from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5503.40.00.00