Nylon Carpet Waste

Fiber waste from nylon carpet manufacturing, including trimmings and offcuts shredded into loose form. Under HTS 5505.10.0020 for polyamide synthetic fiber waste. Commonly recycled into automotive felts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3915.90.00Same rate: 35%

If predominantly polyamide plastic rather than textile fiber

Plastic waste and scrap of polyamides is under Chapter 39 heading 3915, based on material form.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide manufacturing waste logs to prove non-hazardous status and avoid restricted waste scrutiny

• Use ventilated containers to prevent dust hazards during import inspection