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HS Code 55032000 - Synthetic Staple Fibers: An Overview

Synthetic staple fibers, not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning, of polyesters fall under HS Code 55032000. This article provides an extensive understanding of this HS code, including its product description, duty rates, quantity unit, special tariff preference programs, and the importing and exporting US states.

Product Description

HS Code 55032000 refers to synthetic staple fibers made of polyesters. These fibers are not carded, combed, or processed for spinning. Staple fibers are short fibers, typically measuring a few inches in length, and are used for various applications such as textiles, non-woven fabrics, and filling materials.

Duty Rates

The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 55032000 is 4.3%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. The duty rate ensures fair trade practices and equal treatment for all countries.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 55032000 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to determine the weight of the synthetic staple fibers being imported or exported.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

Several special tariff preference programs are applicable to HS Code 55032000. These programs provide benefits such as duty-free treatment or reduced duty rates for specific countries. The programs applicable to this HS code are as follows:

• Australia Special Rate: Synthetic staple fibers under this HS code are eligible for duty-free treatment when imported into Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Bahrain offers a special rate for synthetic staple fibers of polyesters, resulting in reduced or zero duties.
• NAFTA for Canada: Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canada provides duty-free treatment for synthetic staple fibers of polyesters.
• Chile Special Rate: Chile offers a special rate for imports of synthetic staple fibers, resulting in reduced or zero duties.
• Israel Special Rate: Synthetic staple fibers under this HS code are eligible for duty-free treatment when imported into Israel.
• Jordan Special Rate: Jordan provides a special rate for imports of synthetic staple fibers, resulting in reduced or zero duties.
• Morocco Special Rate: Synthetic staple fibers of polyesters can be imported into Morocco at a special rate, resulting in reduced or zero duties.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Mexico provides duty-free treatment for synthetic staple fibers of polyesters under the NAFTA agreement.
• Oman Special Rate: Oman offers a special rate for imports of synthetic staple fibers, resulting in reduced or zero duties.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Synthetic staple fibers under this HS code are eligible for duty-free treatment when imported into countries under the DR-CAFTA agreement.
• Peru Special Rate: Peru offers a special rate for imports of synthetic staple fibers, resulting in reduced or zero duties.
• Singapore Special Rate: Synthetic staple fibers of polyesters can be imported into Singapore at a special rate, resulting in reduced or zero duties.

Importing US States

HS Code 55032000 is applicable to the following importing US states:

• Delaware
• Delaware

These states import synthetic staple fibers of polyesters under this HS code for various purposes such as textile manufacturing, non-woven fabric production, and other relevant industries.

HS Code 55032000 covers synthetic staple fibers of polyesters that are not carded, combed, or processed for spinning. The duty rates, quantity unit, special tariff preference programs, and importing US states associated with this HS code have been discussed in detail. It is essential for traders and importers to be aware of these details to ensure smooth international trade and take advantage of any available benefits or tariff reductions.