Carded Aramid Staple Fiber for Protective Fabrics from Germany
Carded aramid (e.g., Kevlar-like) staple fibers processed for spinning into fire-resistant yarns. Classified in HTS 5506.90.01.00 as other synthetic processed staple fibers.
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
• Provide chemical composition analysis; aramids require verification against nylon/polyester
• Note denier coarseness for protective uses; fine deniers may overlap apparel codes
• Comply with flame retardancy docs if declared for specific end-use