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Antibacterial Nylon Staple Fiber 2.5 Denier

Nylon staples infused with antibacterial agents, 2.5 denier, unprocessed for hygiene textiles. Classed in 5503.90.90.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+37.5%41.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5504.90Lower: 16.8% vs 41.8%

If further chemically processed

Impregnated or treated beyond raw moves to prepared fibers.

5111.19Lower: 37.5% vs 41.8%

If woven into wool blends

Fabrics blending with wool go to Chapter 51.

6210.40Lower: 18.7% vs 41.8%

If in medical garments

End-use as apparel changes to Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide EPA/FDA additive registrations

• Test for leaching in customs labs

• Label as 'treated but unprocessed'