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Conductive Polyester Staple Fiber from Japan

Carbon-infused conductive polyester staple fibers, processed for antistatic yarn in electronics cleanroom garments. Under HTS 5506.20.00.00 as polyester synthetic staple.

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 conductivity test results (surface resistivity specs) for technical verification

• Declare carbon content percentage; exceeds 2% may trigger chemical import rules

• Certify dissipation properties to avoid reclassification as metallized fiber