Carded PLA Biodegradable Staple Fiber from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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