5506.40.00.00/Polypropylene Staple for Roping Twine/Japan

Polypropylene Staple for Roping Twine from Japan

Processed coarse polypropylene staple fibers, 18 denier, 150 mm length, carded for spinning into baler twine and ropes. Under HTS 5506.40.00.00 as polypropylene staple fibers otherwise processed for spinning. Essential for agriculture and packaging.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Coarse denier (>15) common; measure to confirm vs. filament (5404)

• UV stabilizer content declaration for outdoor use claims

• Bale labeling must include micronaire or fineness values