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
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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