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Viscose Spinning Waste from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include mill production logs proving waste origin from spinning

• Separate from yarn waste if lengths suggest reusability under 5504

• Use ventilated containers to manage dust and meet safety regs