Polyamide Spinning Waste

Noils and yarn waste from nylon filament and staple fiber spinning mills. HTS 5505.10.0020 covers this synthetic polyamide waste. Ideal for downcycling into technical textiles.

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.

5402Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If high-tenacity nylon yarn, not waste

Finished high-tenacity polyamide filament yarns are classified under Chapter 54 heading 5402.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Lab certification of 100% polyamide composition is crucial for heading 5505 specificity

• Document chain of custody from mill to exporter to prevent fraud claims

• Avoid undervaluation based on 'waste' status; customs uses fiber market prices