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Polyester Staple Fiber 1.5 Denier from China

Polyester staple fibers measuring 1.5 denier in length, not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, used primarily in textile manufacturing for filling and blending. Classified under HTS 5503.90.90.00 as 'other' synthetic staple fibers beyond specific types like acrylic or modacrylic.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm synthetic type and avoid misclassification under specific subheadings like 5503.20

Include manufacturer specifications on denier, length, and processing state in import documentation