Bicomponent Polypropylene Staple Fiber from Mexico
Carded bicomponent sheath-core polypropylene staple fibers for thermal bonding nonwovens, processed for spinning. HTS 5506.40.00.00 covers these all-polypropylene (PP/PP) staple fibers prepared for spinning. Key for diaper topsheets and insulation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm both components are polypropylene to stay in 5506.40; PE/PP blends may be plastic (39)
• Cross-section diagrams aid customs verification of bicomponent structure
• Thermal properties testing prevents end-use misclassification