High-Wet-Modulus Viscose Staple Fibers 1.2 denier 34mm
Specialty high-wet-modulus (HWM) viscose rayon staple fibers at 1.2 denier and 34mm length, unprocessed, for premium spun yarns in dress shirts and linens. HTS 5504.10.00.00 covers all viscose rayon staple fibers not processed for spinning, including HWM variants. These maintain raw form for downstream yarn manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.3% | +17.5% | 21.8% |
| 🇲🇽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 acetate or lyocell rayon
Only viscose rayon in 5504.10; other regenerated cellulose like lyocell goes to 5504.90.
If acrylic synthetic staple
Synthetic vs. artificial fiber distinction separates Ch.55 acrylics (5502) from viscose.
If post-carding for textile spinning prep
Carded/combed status reclassifies to prepared staple fibers in 5507.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit technical data sheets specifying HWM properties and confirming no orientation or crimping processing
• Use ISF filings early for fiber imports due to textile safeguard risks
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