55

Official Chapter Guide

Man-made staple fibers classification, including filament tow and woven fabrics with specific weaves and construction details.

Tariff Landscape

Items in Chapter 55 vary in dutiability, with specific duties applied based on the fabric type and weave.
If materials are sourced from China, Section 301 tariffs may apply, depending on the specifics of the product.
No specific high-risk ADD/CVD trends are generally associated with this category, but ongoing trade policy updates should be monitored.

Confusion often arises in distinguishing man-made tow under 5501/5502 from shorter tows classifiable under 5503 or 5504.
Accurate yarn number calculations are critical for proper classification of woven fabrics.
Misclassification often occurs when determining whether fabrics are 'napped' or simply have a textured surface.
Ensure correct application of the term 'square construction' to avoid classification errors.

Headings 5501 and 5502 refer strictly to man-made filament tow adhering to specific physical characteristics.
Tow longer than 2 meters and twisted less than 5 turns per meter is included.
Synthetic filament tow must be drawn, meaning it cannot stretch more than 100%.
Tow that is less than or equal to 2 meters is classified under headings 5503 or 5504.
Woven fabrics must consist wholly of specified weaves, excluding selvage, to be considered under relevant provisions.

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