Polyester Garnetted Stock from Fabric Recycling from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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