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Polyester 1.5 Denier Staple Fiber from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

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

Polyester 1.5 Denier Staple Fiber from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5506.20.00.00