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HTS 5508.20.00.00: Of artificial staple fibers (200)

Chapter 55, Man-made staple fibres. Subheading 5508.20: Of artificial staple fibers (200). The general (column 1) duty is 11%. On a $10,000.00 ocean shipment priced on Oct 27, 2026, total duty runs from 11% (Germany) to 48.5% (Brazil) across the 15 largest US import origins once Chapter 99 measures are added.

General rate
11%
From China
48.5%
Lowest of 15
11% DE
Unit of quantity
kg

Effective duty by country of origin

Example: $10,000.00 shipment ($10,000.00 customs value, ocean, entered Oct 27, 2026, no preference claimed). Open a row for every layer applied and every layer considered and not applied, with the source behind each; layers with the same outcome for most origins are listed once below the table. Customs fees (MPF, HMF) are not duty and are in the calculator below.

OriginDuty rateOn $10,000.00Additional layers
China CN48.5%$4,850.00S301 FL 12.5%, S301 25%

Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 5 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

Mexico MX21%$2,100.00S301 FL 10%
Considered, not applied
  • DependsUSMCA preference

    Not claimed in this estimate. FTA opportunity: claim USMCA origin to save $1100.00. Origin MX qualifies for the 0.00% preferential rate vs. 11.00% MFN. Verify origin rules and certificate.

    Source: CBP USMCA guidance

    0

Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

Canada CA21%$2,100.00S301 FL 10%
Considered, not applied

Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 5 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

Vietnam VN23.5%$2,350.00S301 FL 12.5%

Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

India IN21%$2,100.00S301 FL 10%

Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

Germany DE11%$1,100.00None
    Considered, not applied

    Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

    Japan JP12.5%$1,250.00S301 FL 1.5%

    Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

    South Korea KR12.5%$1,250.00S301 FL 1.5%
    Considered, not applied
    • DependsKORUS preference

      Not claimed in this estimate. FTA opportunity: claim KORUS origin to save $1100.00. Origin KR qualifies for the 0.00% preferential rate vs. 11.00% MFN. Verify origin rules and certificate.

      Source: HTSUS 5508.20.00.00 special rates

      0

    Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

    Taiwan TW11%$1,100.00None
      Considered, not applied

      Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

      Thailand TH23.5%$2,350.00S301 FL 12.5%

      Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

      United Kingdom GB21%$2,100.00S301 FL 10%

      Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

      Italy IT11%$1,100.00None
        Considered, not applied

        Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

        Malaysia MY21%$2,100.00S301 FL 10%

        Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

        Indonesia ID21%$2,100.00S301 FL 10%

        Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

        Brazil BR48.5%$4,850.00S301 FL 12.5%, S301 BR 25%

        Column 1 duty (MFN) 11% applied; 6 more layers considered, not applied. Same as most origins, listed below.

        Layers with the same outcome for most origins

        Each layer below was applied or considered for the origins named under it, with the same result and reason for each.

        • AppliedColumn 1 duty (MFN)

          General (column 1) rate of HTSUS 5508.20.00.00: 11% of customs value.

          Source: HTSUS 5508.20.00.00

          Same for all 15 origins.

          11%
          $1,100.00
        • Not appliedSection 232 (national security)

          This code is not on the Section 232 lists in HTSUS Chapter 99 (metals, autos and parts, trucks, wood, semiconductors; U.S. notes 16, 33 and 37 to 39).

          Source: USITC HTSUS Chapter 99 (2026HTSRev21)

          Same for all 15 origins.

          0
        • Not appliedSection 122 surcharge9903.03.01

          Expired on 2026-07-24 at the 150-day statutory limit; the Section 301 forced-labor duty replaced it.

          Source: HTSUS 9903.03.01

          Same for all 15 origins.

          0
        • Not appliedSection 232 pharmaceuticals

          Not one of the pharmaceutical provisions listed in U.S. note 40(c).

          Source: USITC HTSUS Chapter 99 (2026HTSRev21)

          Same for all 15 origins.

          0
        • Not appliedSection 338 (Canada)

          Applies only to products of Canada.

          Source: Proclamations 11046 to 11048 (Section 338 Canada), start moved to Aug 22 2026 by Proclamation 11056

          Same for 14 of 15 origins (all except Canada).

          0
        • Not appliedAntidumping / countervailing duty

          No antidumping or countervailing duty order in our data lists this code for this country of origin. Order scope follows the written product description, so check it for your goods.

          Source: CBP antidumping and countervailing duties

          Same for all 15 origins.

          0
        • Not appliedSection 301 (China)

          Listed under 9903.88.03, but Section 301 China duties apply only to products of China.

          Source: HTSUS Chapter 99 U.S. notes 20 and 31 (2026HTSRev21)

          Same for 14 of 15 origins (all except China).

          0

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        Questions about HTS 5508.20.00.00

        What is the US import duty rate for HTS 5508.20.00.00?

        The general (column 1) rate is 11%. With Chapter 99 duties added, the effective duty on a $10,000 ocean shipment ranges from 11% (Germany) to 48.5% (Brazil) across the 15 origins priced here on Oct 27, 2026.

        Does Section 301 apply to HTS 5508.20.00.00 from China?

        Yes. Product of China listed under heading 9903.88.03 (List 3, U.S. note 20(f), 25%). The highest rate in effect is charged: 25%.

        Is HTS 5508.20.00.00 subject to the Section 301 forced-labor duty?

        Yes for 12 of the 15 origins priced here (China 12.5%, Mexico 10%, Canada 10%, Vietnam 12.5%, India 10%, and others). The duty applies to the economies listed in HTSUS Chapter 99 U.S. note 52.

        Is HTS 5508.20.00.00 covered by Section 232?

        No. This code is not on the Section 232 lists in HTSUS Chapter 99 (metals, autos and parts, trucks, wood, semiconductors; U.S. notes 16, 33 and 37 to 39).

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        Sources and method

        Each origin is priced by the same rate resolver and engine as the LandedFees calculator, from the USITC HTS 2026 Rev. 21 and the HTSUS Chapter 99 notes, on Oct 27, 2026. AD/CVD uses the all-others cash deposit rate. Estimates for planning, not a binding ruling or legal advice; confirm with your customs broker before filing.