2027 absolute quota opens Nov. 23 for duty-free TIB imports of fine denier polyester staple fiber under Chapters 55 and 98.

CBP published Quota Bulletin 26-412 establishing the 2027 absolute quota for fine denier polyester staple fiber (PSF). The merchandise is described in Chapter 55 and may be entered temporarily free of duty under bond using Chapter 98 of the HTSUS. No specific eight-digit HTSUS codes or quota quantities are stated in the CSMS message.

The quota period runs from November 23, 2026, through November 22, 2027, with the quota opening on November 23, 2026. Entries submitted after 12:01 a.m. local port time and before 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on the opening date will receive an 8:30 a.m. entry time for quota qualification. If the applicable HTSUS group limit is exceeded at that time, all accepted entries will be prorated.

Brokers and importers should review the linked bulletin for the applicable quota limits and filing details, confirm Chapter 98 TIB eligibility and bonding requirements, and coordinate opening-day submissions to preserve quota access. They should also monitor quota utilization and account for potential proration.