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Fire-Retardant Artificial Staple Fiber Carded from Japan

Carded artificial staple fibers treated for flame resistance, processed for spinning into safety apparel yarns. Under HTS 5507.00.00.00 as processed artificial fibers, with inherent FR properties from chemistry. Used in uniforms and curtains.

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

Submit FR test reports (e.g

NFPA 701) with shipments for verification

Declare treatment method to avoid chemical chapter reclassification

Fire-Retardant Artificial Staple Fiber Carded from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5507.00.00.00