Baby Alpaca DK Weight Yarn
Baby Alpaca DK Weight Yarn is a soft, fine animal hair yarn made from at least 85% baby alpaca fibre, presented in 50g cakes for retail sale. It is classified under tariff item 5109.10.00 as yarn of wool or fine animal hair put up for retail sale, meeting the 85% content threshold. This yarn is ideal for baby blankets and toys, and the retail packaging with a crochet hook size guide confirms its retail sale presentation.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn contains less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair
This alternative covers yarn put up for retail sale with a lower proportion of wool or fine animal hair, mixed with other fibres.
If the yarn is not put up for retail sale (e.g., in bulk cones)
Yarn of fine animal hair not packaged for retail sale falls under this heading for carded or combed yarn.
If the yarn is made of wool (not fine animal hair) and not put up for retail sale
Wool yarn in bulk form, without retail packaging, is classified under this heading for carded wool yarn.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yarn is genuinely put up for retail sale (e.g
• on cards, balls, or skeins under 125g) to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the exact fibre content and weight percentage of fine animal hair (85% or more) on the CBSA import documents
• Keep supplier certificates of origin and fibre analysis to support the classification if requested
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