Polyamide Spinning Waste from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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