Acetate Garnetted Stock
Garnetted stock from cellulose acetate fibers, recovered by garnetting machines from manufacturing scraps. Falls under HTS 5505.20.00.00 as artificial fiber waste, distinct from synthetic due to chemical regeneration process.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If synthetic acetate-like but polyester-based
Only cellulose-derived acetate is artificial (5505); synthetics go to 5503.
If processed into usable tow or top
Further processed artificial fibers become semi-finished products in 5507.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Provide processing records showing garnetting from acetate to support waste status
ā¢ Declare moisture content to prevent duties on contaminated or wet waste
ā¢ Avoid packaging in bales resembling finished fiber to dodge Chapter 55 yarn headings
Related Products under HTS 5505.20.00.00
Viscose Yarn Waste
Waste generated from the spinning and processing of viscose rayon yarn, consisting of short fibers, noils, and broken filaments. Classified under HTS 5505.20.00.00 as waste of artificial fibers, specifically from viscose production which is regenerated cellulose.
Rayon Noils
Short fiber noils produced during rayon combing and carding, unsuitable for direct spinning. HTS 5505.20.00.00 covers this artificial fiber waste from regenerated cellulose production.
Viscose Spinning Waste
Fibrous waste from high-speed viscose spinning operations, including floor sweepings and machine lint. Properly classified in 5505.20.00.00 for artificial man-made fiber waste.
Lyocell Processing Noils
Noils from lyocell (Tencel) fiber production, a solvent-spun artificial fiber. HTS 5505.20.00.00 applies to this regenerated cellulose waste material.
Acetate Tow Waste
Waste clippings and ends from acetate tow production used in cigarette filter manufacturing. Classified under 5505.20.00.00 as artificial fiber waste.
Modal Fiber Garnetted Waste
Garnetted stock recovered from modal fabric trimmings, a beech tree-derived artificial fiber. HTS 5505.20.00.00 for this specific man-made fiber waste.