Viscose Staple Fiber for Spinning from Japan
Viscose staple fibers, processed through carding and combing, are artificial cellulose-based fibers cut to uniform lengths for spinning into yarns. This product falls under HTS 5507.00.00.00 as it is specifically artificial staple fibers prepared for spinning, not yet formed into yarn. Commonly used in textiles for apparel and home furnishings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber length, denier, and processing method (carded/combed) via supplier certificates to confirm HTS 5507 classification
• Ensure documentation includes micronaire value and crimp specifications to avoid misclassification as raw tow