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Nylon Flock Powder for Textile Coating

Short nylon fibers (under 5 mm) in flock form used for flocking surfaces in upholstery and crafts. Precisely fits 5601.29.00.90 as other textile flock of man-made fibers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+37.5%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5403.31.00Higher: 47.5% vs 41.5%

If longer nylon monofilament yarns

Fibers over flock length classify as synthetic yarn in Chapter 54.

5605.00.90.00Higher: 50.7% vs 41.5%

If metallized or imitation precious metal

Specialty flock with metallic effects moves to 5605.

3204Lower: 18.4% vs 41.5%

If mixed with adhesives as flocking compound

Adhesive-bound flock becomes synthetic color preparation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Measure and certify maximum fiber dimension to comply with flock definition

• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics raw yarn under 5403 or 5404

• Declare exact use to prevent misclassification as industrial dust