Polypropylene Fiber Waste from Germany
Mixed yarn waste and garnetted stock from polypropylene fibers used in ropes and geotextiles. Classified in 5505.10.00 as waste of synthetic polyolefin fibers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Conduct melt flow index tests to confirm polypropylene identity for accurate HTS declaration
• Segregate from polyethylene waste to prevent blending under incorrect subheadings
• Obtain prior EPA notification if importing large volumes for recycling