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Carded Polypropylene Staple Fiber 3 Denier from Japan

Fine 3 denier carded polypropylene staple fibers, 51 mm length, processed for spinning into lightweight yarns for geotextiles. Classified under HTS 5506.40.00.00 due to being polypropylene staple fibers that are carded for spinning. Ideal for nonwoven applications like filtration media.

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

• Label shipments with exact denier, length, and processing method to match statistical notes for Chapter 55

• Ensure FDA compliance if for hygiene products; provide migration test data for food-contact end uses