Acrylic Flock Fibers

Short-cut acrylic fibers measuring 1-5 mm, designed for velvet-like flocking on apparel and upholstery. Classified in HTS 5601.30.00.00 for textile flock used in surface finishing applications. Provides soft, durable texture without weaving.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5506.30.00.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If for acrylic staple fibers >5 mm in yarn production

Longer fibers for spinning are in Chapter 55, distinguished by length from flock.

5906.99.10.00Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If applied as flocked fabric topping

Once adhered to a textile base, it becomes flocked fabric under Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify acrylic content >85% to stay in man-made fibers section of Chapter 56

Avoid bulk packaging that mimics staple fibers; declare as flock explicitly

Test for dust content—high dust may require separation into subcategories

Related Products under HTS 5601.30.00.00

Polyester Textile Flock

Fine polyester fibers cut to lengths not exceeding 5 mm, used primarily for flocking applications on surfaces to create textured finishes. Classified under HTS 5601.30.00.00 as textile flock due to its short fiber length and production from textile waste or milling processes. Commonly applied in automotive interiors and decorative coatings.

Nylon Mill Neps

Short nylon fiber remnants and tangles produced during textile mill processing, with lengths not exceeding 5 mm. Falls under HTS 5601.30.00.00 as mill neps, a byproduct used in fillers, composites, or recycled yarns. Ideal for reinforcing materials without full fiber processing.

Wool Textile Flock

Fine wool flock fibers sheared to under 5 mm for flocking in luxury interiors and garments. Under HTS 5601.30.00.00 as textile flock, offering natural texture in adhesives. Premium alternative to synthetic flocks.

Mixed Fiber Mill Dust

Dust from mills processing blended polyester-cotton fibers, particles ≤5 mm. HTS 5601.30.00.00 classifies as textile dust for fillers in rubber or plastics. Versatile for industrial recycling.

Cotton Textile Dust

Fine cotton dust particles generated from textile milling and ginning, with particle sizes under 5 mm. HTS 5601.30.00.00 covers this as textile dust, often repurposed in paper reinforcement or low-grade fillers. Excludes agricultural cotton lint.

Rayon Mill Neps

Viscose rayon neps and short fibers from mill waste, limited to 5 mm length. HTS 5601.30.00.00 includes these as mill neps for use in nonwoven composites or blending. Recyclable byproduct reduces waste in textile production.