Viscose Staple Fiber for Spinning from Japan
Raw viscose staple fibers, not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, used primarily in textile manufacturing for yarn production. These artificial fibers fall under HTS 5504.90.00.00 as unprocessed staple fibers derived from regenerated cellulose. Typical length ranges from 38-51mm with denier around 1.5.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber length and denier specifications match unprocessed criteria; obtain certificate of analysis from supplier; ensure packaging prevents contamination during transit