Viscose Rayon Staple Fibers 1.5 denier 38mm
These are unprocessed viscose rayon staple fibers with a fineness of 1.5 denier and 38mm length, used primarily for spinning into yarns for apparel and textiles. They fall under HTS 5504.10.00.00 as artificial staple fibers of viscose rayon, not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning. This classification applies to raw fibers straight from production, ready for further textile processing.
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 composed of other artificial fibers like acetate
Viscose rayon specific heading 5504.10 excludes other chem. artificial fibers, moving them to the residual 5504.90.
If carded, combed, or processed for spinning
Any processing beyond raw staple form classifies under 5507 as prepared artificial staple fibers.
If synthetic rather than artificial (e.g., polyester staple)
Chapter 55 distinguishes synthetic (Ch.55) from artificial (Ch.55 but different heading); viscose is artificial cellulosic.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm 100% viscose rayon and avoid misclassification as synthetic fibers
• Include manufacturer specifications on denier, length, and processing status in import documentation to prove HTS 5504.10.00.00 applicability
• Watch for common pitfalls like declaring processed fibers, which shifts to Chapter 55 headings and higher duties
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