9902.12.94 - Synthetic monofilament of polypropylene, of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm (provided for in subheading 5404.19.80)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9902.12.94, specifically addresses synthetic monofilament made from polypropylene. The defining characteristics for inclusion are that the monofilament must have a decitex of 67 or more, and no single cross-sectional dimension can exceed 1 millimeter. This particular classification is found under Section XXII, which pertains to Special Classification Provisions, Temporary Legislation, and modifications related to trade agreements and agricultural adjustments. Its purpose is to apply specific tariff treatments or restrictions to these identified polypropylene monofilaments, as stipulated by the relevant trade legislation.
Given the current node is a leaf node within Chapter 99, there are no direct subcategories to explore. Therefore, the focus shifts to understanding the specific nature of the goods and their placement within the broader tariff system. While other HTS chapters might cover general classifications of synthetic monofilaments (such as Chapter 54), this Chapter 99 code signifies a specialized treatment or restriction applied to a precisely defined subset of those goods. Its sibling categories, found throughout the vast HTS database, would cover entirely different products, from live animals in Chapter 01 to various manufactured goods in later chapters, highlighting the specialized and often temporary nature of Chapter 99 provisions.
The practical classification criteria for this specific code rely heavily on the material (polypropylene), the form (synthetic monofilament), and its physical properties (decitex value and cross-sectional dimension). The parenthetical reference to subheading 5404.19.80 indicates that these goods would generally fall under the broader category of synthetic monofilaments in Chapter 54, but the 9902.12.94 code imposes an additional, specific provision that supersedes or modifies the standard classification for the purpose of import. This structure allows for targeted tariff adjustments or import control measures to be applied to these particular polypropylene monofilaments.