Carded PLA Biodegradable Staple Fiber from Germany
Carded polylactic acid (PLA) staple fibers from corn starch, processed for eco-yarns. Classified HTS 5506.90.01.00 as other synthetic processed staple.
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
• Biodegradability certs optional but aid marketing; focus on synthetic classification
• Test for hydrolysis stability in humid shipments
• Declare polymer origin; plant-based still synthetic per HTS