Combed Polyester Staple Fiber 1.5 Denier from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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