Combed Polyester Staple Fiber 1.5 Denier
Combed polyester staple fibers processed for spinning to 1.5 denier length, used in apparel and upholstery yarns. Classified under HTS 5506.90.01.00 as synthetic staple fibers (other than acrylic or modacrylic) that are carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning. Meets chapter definitions for processed synthetic fibers excluding specific exclusions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied as continuous tow before cutting
Uncut synthetic tow falls under Chapter 55 heading 5503, prior to staple fiber processing.
If polyester but unprocessed (not carded/combed)
Unprocessed polyester staple fibers are classified under 5504, not the processed category of 5506.
If mechanically chopped unprocessed strands
Chopped strands for non-textile uses like composites shift to 5507, outside spinning preparation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber composition via lab tests; must be synthetic (e.g
• polyester) and processed for spinning to qualify
• Provide mill certificates showing carding/combing process; common pitfall is misclassifying unprocessed tow
• Declare denier and staple length accurately to avoid reclassification to unprocessed fibers
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