Polyester Textile Flock from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber length does not exceed 5 mm with lab testing to confirm classification as flock under Chapter 56
• Provide mill certificates detailing fiber composition to avoid misclassification as raw textile fibers in Chapters 50-55
• Declare exact end-use (e.g
• flocking vs. filling) as it may trigger scrutiny for alternative headings like 5601.21