Nylon Yarn Waste Flocks
Flocks of nylon yarn waste generated from spinning mills, consisting of broken yarns and short fiber remnants of synthetic polyamide. Falls under HTS 5505.10.0060 as 'other' synthetic fiber waste, suitable for repulping into nonwoven materials.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If reprocessed into filament yarn rather than sold as waste
Synthetic filament yarns are under Chapter 54, excluding waste forms.
If for acrylic synthetic fibers instead of nylon
Specific synthetic types like acrylic have dedicated subheadings under 5506 for waste.
If contaminated with over 50% cotton fibers
Predominantly cotton waste moves to Chapter 52, based on chief weight material.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Document source as yarn waste with mill invoices to distinguish from clean staple fibers
ā¢ Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption, which can lead to mold and customs rejection
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Polyester Garnetted Stock
Garnetted stock made from recycled polyester fibers, processed by garnetting machines to break down worn fabrics into reusable fiber waste. Classified under HTS 5505.10.0060 as 'other' waste of synthetic fibers, including garnetted stock, distinct from noils or yarn waste.
Acrylic Noils from Fiber Production
Short fiber noils of acrylic synthetic fibers produced during carding and combing in textile manufacturing. HTS 5505.10.0060 covers these as 'other' synthetic waste, ideal for blending in low-grade yarns or felts.
Polypropylene Garnetted Fiber Waste
Garnetted waste from polypropylene synthetic fibers, reclaimed from carpet scraps and ropes. Under HTS 5505.10.0060 as other synthetic waste, used in injection molding or nonwovens.
Spandex Yarn Waste Remnants
Remnant waste from spandex (elastane) yarn production, short broken filaments of synthetic polyurethane. HTS 5505.10.0060 includes these as other synthetic fiber waste for elastic recovery in composites.
Mixed Synthetic Garnetted Stock
Blended garnetted stock from polyester, nylon, and acrylic synthetics, reclaimed from apparel trimmings. HTS 5505.10.0060 for other synthetic waste, used in stuffing and padding.
Polyester Spinning Waste Flocks
Flocks from polyester spinning waste, including fly and drop from ring frames in synthetic yarn mills. Under HTS 5505.10.0060 as other waste, repurposed for filament extrusion.