PET Staple Fiber Cutter from Japan
Rotary cutter precisely cuts polyethylene terephthalate (PET) tow into staple fibers for nonwovens. HTS 8444.00.00.90 covers cutting man-made textile materials. Used in insulation and filtration media production.
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
• Specify tow bundle size and cut length capabilities
• Ensure hygiene standards for fiber contact parts
• Pitfall: bulk vs retail packaging valuation