Combed Cashmere Yarn 2/28 Nm
High-quality combed cashmere yarn from Kashmir goat hair, spun to 2/28 Nm count and not packaged for retail sale. Cashmere is fine animal hair per Chapter Note 1(b), and the combed yarn not put up for retail sale falls under tariff item 5108.20.00. This yarn is supplied in bulk, so it is not classified under retail-sale provisions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn is put up for retail sale
Retail-packed cashmere yarn is classified under heading 51.09.
If the yarn is carded rather than combed
Carded cashmere yarn falls under the carded subheading of 51.08.
If importing cashmere fibre
Combed cashmere fibre is classified under heading 51.05.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yarn is not put up for retail sale (e.g
• on cones over 125 g) to remain under this tariff item
• Provide a certificate of origin and fibre content analysis for cashmere to the CBSA
• Declare the yarn as combed and specify the Nm count to avoid misclassification
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