Polyester Garnetted Stock from Fabric Recycling

Garnetted stock produced by mechanically shredding polyester fabrics into loose fiber form for recycling. Falls under HTS 5505.10.0040 as garnetted stock waste specifically of polyester synthetic fibers.

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.

5503.20.00Higher: 39.3% vs 35%

If converted to staple fibers over 5 denier

Processed polyester fibers meeting staple fiber specs shift to man-made filament tow heading.

5608.19Lower: 15% vs 35%

If when carded into knotted fiber waste

Further processed polyester waste resembling down or knotted fiber uses different chapter.

5506.20.00Higher: 40.7% vs 35%

If for acrylic-polyester blends

Mixed synthetic fiber waste classified by predominant fiber type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide recycling process documentation proving garnetting to distinguish from raw fiber (HTS 55.03)

• Ensure packaging prevents contamination; bulk bags must be labeled with polyester content percentage

• Check for hazardous contaminants like dyes; clean garnetted stock avoids special handling fees