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Polyester 1.5 Denier Staple Fiber

Polyester staple fibers processed for spinning to 1.5 denier fineness, carded for uniformity. Classified under HTS 5506.20.00.00 as synthetic staple fibers of polyesters, carded or otherwise processed for spinning to produce yarns.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+35.0%40.7%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇩🇪Germany5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇯🇵Japan5.7%+10.0%15.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

5503.20.00Lower: 39.3% vs 40.7%

If supplied as continuous filament tow

Tow is unprocessed synthetic filament before cutting into staple; Chapter 55 heading 5503.

5504.10.00.00Lower: 21.8% vs 40.7%

If polyester but not further processed for spinning

Artificial staple fibers of polyester fall under 5504 if not carded/combed for spinning.

5402.47Lower: 18% vs 40.7%

If processed into continuous filament yarn instead of staple

Continuous polyester filament yarn is classified in Chapter 54, not staple fibers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm 85%+ polyester content for Chapter 55 classification

Include processing certificates showing carding or combing to avoid reclassification as unprocessed tow

Declare denier and length accurately; mismatches lead to customs holds