Polypropylene Fiber Waste from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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