Industrial Vinyon Staple Fibers 3 Denier
Coarse vinyon staple fibers at 3 denier fineness, 64mm length, for non-woven industrial felts, not carded or combed. Falls under HTS 5503.90.10.00 as other unprocessed synthetic staple fibers of vinyon.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If polypropylene composition
Polypropylene staple fibers use separate subheading 5503.39 within Chapter 55.
If acrylic staple fibers
Acrylic polymers classified distinctly under 5506, not vinyon-specific 5503.90.
If for textile use in industrial felts or pile fabrics
Fibers prepared specifically for technical textile functions may shift to Chapter 59.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISO-tested denier measurements in entry docs to prevent duty disputes
• Segregate from processed lots during shipping to maintain 5503 classification
• Include end-use statements if for industrial vs textile to guide customs
Related Products under HTS 5503.90.10.00
Vinyon Staple Fibers 1.5 Denier
Raw vinyon staple fibers with a fineness of 1.5 denier, cut to 38mm length, not carded, combed, or processed for spinning. These fibers are derived from vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymer, classifying under HTS 5503.90.10.00 as synthetic staple fibers of vinyon in their unprepared state.
Vinyon Flame-Retardant Staple Fibers
Unprocessed vinyon staple fibers designed for flame-retardant applications, 2.0 denier x 51mm, straight cut without crimp. Classified under 5503.90.10.00 due to being synthetic vinyon staple fibers not further processed for spinning.
Vinyon Staple Fibers for Medical Bandages
Fine vinyon staple fibers, 1.2 denier x 32mm, untreated and unprocessed, intended for blending into medical bandage yarns. HTS 5503.90.10.00 applies to these raw vinyon synthetic staple fibers.
High-Tenacity Vinyon Staple Fibers
Vinyon staple fibers engineered for high tenacity, 2.5 denier x 44mm, raw form without spinning preparation. Classified in 5503.90.10.00 as other vinyon synthetic staple fibers.
Vinyon Bleached White Staple Fibers
Bleached white vinyon staple fibers, 1.7 denier x 40mm, not carded or processed beyond dyeing. HTS 5503.90.10.00 covers these as unprocessed vinyon synthetic staples.
Vinyon Staple for Nonwoven Filters
Vinyon staple fibers 2.2 denier x 50mm for needlepunched nonwoven filters, raw unprocessed state. Under 5503.90.10.00 as other synthetic vinyon staple fibers.