Polyester Garnetted Stock from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm synthetic content over 85% for accurate HTS classification

Include recycling certificates and origin documentation to avoid misclassification as raw fiber

Watch for contamination with natural fibers, which could shift to Chapter 52 waste headings