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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5507.00.00.00Higher: 42.5% vs 37.5%

If usable as artificial filament tow

Clean, processed tow becomes semi-manufacture in 5507.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide tow specs showing continuous filament waste status

• Ensure no tobacco residue to avoid agricultural import restrictions

• Bulk ship in loose form, not crimped, to maintain waste classification