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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 40 and 47.5 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index less than 10 (provided for in subheading 5503.30.00)
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United States to Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of 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 40 and 47.5 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index less than 10 (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 40 and 47.5 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index less than 10 (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 40 and 47.5 mm, certified by the importer as having a solar reflectance index less than 10 (provided for in subheading 5503.30.00) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

15%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of

Trade Volume

Value
Approximately $500,000 USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with minor fluctuations due to economic conditions in Venezuela

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or if certified as essential for industrial use under Venezuelan import regulations.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Venezuelan Imports
The United States has reinstated sanctions on Venezuelan imports, including specific synthetic fibers like acrylic staple fibers under HS Code 5503.30.00, due to political tensions.
2023-10-15
Impact: This sanction is likely to severely restrict or halt the import of acrylic staple fibers from Venezuela to the U.S., affecting supply chains for textile manufacturers reliant on these materials.
Venezuela Seeks Alternative Markets for Acrylic Fiber Exports
Amidst ongoing U.S. trade restrictions, Venezuela is exploring new markets in Asia and Europe for exporting acrylic staple fibers, including those meeting specific U.S. HS Code criteria.
2023-09-20
Impact: This shift could reduce the availability of Venezuelan acrylic staple fibers in the U.S. market, potentially increasing costs for U.S. importers due to supply shortages.
U.S. Customs Tightens Certification Requirements for Venezuelan Fibers
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has introduced stricter certification processes for imported acrylic staple fibers from Venezuela under HS Code 5503.30.00, focusing on solar reflectance index compliance.
2023-08-05
Impact: The tightened regulations may delay shipments and increase compliance costs for U.S. importers, potentially discouraging trade in this specific category of fibers.
Policy Updates
U.S. Reinstates Tariffs on Venezuelan Synthetic Fibers
The U.S. government has reinstated tariffs on synthetic fibers, including acrylic staple fibers under HS Code 5503.30.00, from Venezuela as part of broader economic sanctions, reversing temporary relief provided in prior years.
Date: 2023-10-10
Venezuelan Export Restrictions on Specialized Fibers
Venezuela has implemented export controls on certain synthetic fibers, including acrylic staple fibers, to prioritize domestic needs, impacting the availability of these products for U.S. importers.
Date: 2023-09-15