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UV-Resistant PP Staple Fiber 4 Denier from Japan

Polypropylene staple fibers treated for UV resistance, 4 denier, 65mm staple length, unprocessed, for agricultural fleece and ropes. Classified in HTS 5503.40.00.00 as base polypropylene fibers without spinning preparation.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Declare UV additives transparently; undisclosed treatments can lead to Chapter 38 chemical classification

Provide tensile strength specs for industrial verification

Use ventilated containers to prevent moisture absorption during ocean freight