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Carded Polyester Staple Fiber for Filling 6 Denier from Japan

Carded polyester staple fibers 6 denier for pillow filling and insulation yarns. Under HTS 5506.90.01.00 as processed (carded) synthetic fibers for spinning, though often used in fiberfill.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Even for fiberfill, prove carding if declaring under processed; else use 5504

• Test for crimp level; high-crimp filling may need separate spec sheets