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 Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If high-tenacity nylon yarn, not waste
Finished high-tenacity polyamide filament yarns are classified under Chapter 54 heading 5402.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Lab certification of 100% polyamide composition is crucial for heading 5505 specificity
ā¢ Document chain of custody from mill to exporter to prevent fraud claims
ā¢ Avoid undervaluation based on 'waste' status; customs uses fiber market prices
Related Products under HTS 5505.10.00.20
Nylon Yarn Waste
Waste generated from the spinning and processing of nylon synthetic fibers, consisting of short fiber remnants and broken yarns. Classified under HTS 5505.10.0020 as waste of nylon or other polyamides from man-made synthetic fibers. It is typically collected during textile manufacturing for recycling into lower-grade yarns.
Polyamide Noils
Short fiber noils produced during the combing process of polyamide (nylon) staple fibers. Falls under HTS 5505.10.0020 as waste including noils of synthetic nylon or other polyamides. These are repurposed in non-woven felts or blended yarns.
Recycled Nylon Garnetted Stock
Garnetted stock from post-consumer nylon textiles like hosiery waste. HTS 5505.10.0020 for synthetic polyamide garnetted waste. Used in nonwovens.
Polyamide Fiber Mill Waste
Mixed yarn waste and noils from polyamide fiber extrusion mills. Under HTS 5505.10.0020 as nylon/polyamide synthetic waste.
Nylon Hosiery Waste
Shredded waste from nylon sock and stocking production. HTS 5505.10.0020 for polyamide yarn waste.
Industrial Nylon Fiber Waste
Waste from nylon tire cord and rope fiber production. Classified HTS 5505.10.0020 polyamide waste for industrial recycling.