Polypropylene Staple Fiber 3 Denier
Polypropylene staple fibers at 3 denier, unprocessed for spinning, ideal for nonwoven fabrics, geotextiles, and ropes. Falls under HTS 5503.90.90.00 as unspecified synthetic staple fibers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.3% | +35.0% | 39.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.3% | +10.0% | 14.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.3% | +10.0% | 14.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.3% | +10.0% | 14.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.3% | +10.0% | 14.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of aramids
Aramid synthetic staples have a specific subheading, distinguishing from generic 'other' synthetics.
If used in nonwovens after minimal processing
Post-import processing into nonwoven forms shifts to heading 5506, but raw imports stay in 5503.
If presented as textile flock or waste
Short staple fibers resembling flock classify under Chapter 56 as textile byproducts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming polypropylene content and staple length to customs
• Avoid bundling with processed fibers to prevent reclassification
• Watch for contamination; pure synthetics only qualify under this code
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