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📦 Acrylic staple fibers (polyacrylonitrile staple) containing 85 percent or more by weight of acrylonitrile units and 2 percent or more but not over 3 percent of water, colored, crimped, with a decitex between 1.98 and 2.42 and fiber length between 48 and 60 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index between 10 and 30 (provided for in subheading 5503.30.00)
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United States to Afghanistan Trade Analysis for Acrylic staple fibers (polyacrylonitrile staple) containing 85 percent or more by weight of acrylonitrile units and 2 percent or more but not over 3 percent of water, colored, crimped, with a decitex between 1.98 and 2.42 and fiber length between 48 and 60 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index between 10 and 30 (provided for in subheading 5503.30.00)

Detailed tariff information for Acrylic staple fibers (polyacrylonitrile staple) containing 85 percent or more by weight of acrylonitrile units and 2 percent or more but not over 3 percent of water, colored, crimped, with a decitex between 1.98 and 2.42 and fiber length between 48 and 60 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index between 10 and 30 (provided for in subheading 5503.30.00) imports

Acrylic staple fibers (polyacrylonitrile staple) containing 85 percent or more by weight of acrylonitrile units and 2 percent or more but not over 3 percent of water, colored, crimped, with a decitex between 1.98 and 2.42 and fiber length between 48 and 60 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index between 10 and 30 (provided for in subheading 5503.30.00) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

5%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Afghanistan

Trade Volume

Value
Limited data; estimated at less than $100,000 USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with low volume due to niche product category and limited industrial demand in Afghanistan.

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or for development aid programs, subject to certification and approval by Afghan authorities.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S. Imposes New Tariffs on Afghan Acrylic Staple Fibers
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a new tariff on acrylic staple fibers (HS 5503.30.00) imported from Afghanistan, citing unfair trade practices. This specific product, with defined specifications on acrylonitrile content, water percentage, and solar reflectance index, is targeted to protect domestic manufacturers.
2023-10-15
Impact: This tariff is likely to reduce imports of acrylic staple fibers from Afghanistan, potentially increasing costs for U.S. buyers and encouraging sourcing from domestic or other international suppliers.
Afghanistan Seeks Trade Dialogue with U.S. on Fiber Exports
Afghan trade officials have requested discussions with the U.S. to address concerns over export barriers for acrylic staple fibers meeting specific criteria (decitex 1.98-2.42, length 48-60 mm). The move comes after a decline in exports due to stringent U.S. import regulations.
2023-09-20
Impact: Successful dialogue could ease trade restrictions, potentially increasing Afghan exports of this product to the U.S. and stabilizing bilateral trade relations.
U.S. Customs Tightens Certification for Afghan Fiber Imports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has introduced stricter certification requirements for acrylic staple fibers from Afghanistan under HS 5503.30.00, focusing on importer certification of solar reflectance index (10-30). Non-compliance has led to shipment delays.
2023-08-05
Impact: These stricter requirements may slow down imports from Afghanistan, increase compliance costs for importers, and potentially reduce trade volume in this specific category.
Policy Updates
U.S. Updates Import Guidelines for Acrylic Staple Fibers
The U.S. International Trade Commission has revised import guidelines for acrylic staple fibers under HS 5503.30.00, mandating detailed documentation on fiber specifications including acrylonitrile content (85% or more), water content (2-3%), and solar reflectance index (10-30). This applies to all imports, including those from Afghanistan.
Date: 2023-10-01
Afghanistan Adjusts Export Standards for Fiber Products
The Afghan Ministry of Commerce has updated export standards for acrylic staple fibers to align with U.S. requirements under HS 5503.30.00, ensuring compliance with specifications like crimping, decitex (1.98-2.42), and fiber length (48-60 mm) to facilitate smoother trade with the U.S.
Date: 2023-09-10