Combed Polypropylene Fiber for Carpet Yarn from Germany
Combed polypropylene staple fibers, 15 denier, 102 mm length, processed for spinning into bulky yarns for carpets and upholstery. Falls under HTS 5506.40.00.00 as combed synthetic staple fibers of polypropylene prepared for spinning. Provides durability and stain resistance in floor coverings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document combing process with mill certificates to distinguish from simple carded fibers
• Watch for classification as nylon (5509.91) if blended; pure PP requires content verification
• For indoor air quality claims, prepare VOC emission test results for customs scrutiny