Copper-Coated Polyester Filament for RF Shielding from Japan
Polyester yarn coated with copper metal, minimal twist, ungimped for radio frequency shielding textiles. HTS 5605.00.10.00 covers this metal-coated man-made filament configuration. Applied in aerospace and electronics protective gear.
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 metallurgical analysis proving textile yarn vs electrical conductor classification
• Check EAR/ITAR export controls if importing for defense end-use applications
• Bundle with nonwoven substrate declarations if imported as composite