Combed Rayon Staple Fiber 1.2 Denier

Viscose rayon staple fibers combed for fine spinning into dress fabrics. HTS 5506.90.01.00 includes regenerated cellulose (rayon) as 'other' synthetics processed for spinning.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5504.10.00Lower: 21.8% vs 40%

If uncombed viscose staple

Unprocessed viscose/rayon staple under 5504.10 prior to combing.

5501Lower: 17.5% vs 40%

If filament tow uncut

Rayon tow before conversion to staple in 5501.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 40%

If made into cellulose wadding

Wadding or felt from cellulose shifts to Chapter 48.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish viscose from cotton via burn test certs; rayon misclassified as cellulosic often

Declare average yarn number equivalents if audited for fabric notes applicability

Use sealed bales to prevent moisture regain issues affecting weight declarations

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