Coarse Uncombed Cotton Warp Yarn 12 nm
This is a single cotton yarn made from uncombed fibres, with a metric count of 12 nm, meaning it measures 833.33 decitex—above the 714.29 decitex threshold for this tariff item. It contains at least 85% cotton by weight and is not put up for retail sale, making it suitable for industrial weaving of denim or twill fabrics. The yarn's coarse count and uncombed fibre composition align it with the classification under tariff item 5205.11.00.
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 measures less than 714.29 decitex (over 14 metric number)
This alternative covers single cotton yarn of uncombed fibres with a finer count, which would not meet the decitex threshold of 5205.11.00.
If the yarn is multiple (folded) or cabled rather than single
This alternative applies to multiple or cabled yarns of uncombed cotton fibres, which are classified separately from single yarns.
If the yarn is put up for retail sale
Cotton yarn packaged for retail sale falls under heading 52.07, regardless of the count or fibre preparation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yarn's metric count is accurately documented as 14 nm or less (714.29 decitex or more) to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming the cotton content is 85% or more by weight, as the CBSA may request verification
• If the yarn is put up on spools or cones for retail sale, it may be reclassified under a different tariff item, so confirm the packaging is industrial
Related Products under Tariff item 5205.11.00
Bulk Unbleached Mercerized-Free Cotton Yarn 12 nm
This is a coarse single yarn of uncombed, unbleached cotton, measuring 12 nm (approximately 833 decitex), which is within the range of 714.29 decitex or more. It contains 85% or more cotton by weight and is not put up for retail sale, being packed in industrial beams for power loom feeding. It is not mercerized, and its unbleached state aligns with the tariff item's scope for unprocessed cotton yarn.
Coarse Unbleached Cotton Warp Yarn 300 Metric
This coarse single yarn, equivalent to 300 metric (approximately 13 nm), is made from uncombed, unbleached, non-mercerized cotton with 85% or more cotton content. It is packaged in large industrial hanks for weaving mills, indicating it is not for retail sale. Its decitex measurement exceeds 714.29, fitting the tariff item's criteria.
Grey Uncombed Cotton Single 14 nm
This 14 nm single yarn of grey uncombed cotton, with ≥85% cotton content, is supplied on industrial bobbins not for retail sale. It is unbleached and unmercerized, and its decitex exceeds 714.29, matching the tariff item's criteria for coarse, unprocessed cotton yarn. It is suitable for denim weft and sailcloth applications.
Heavy Uncombed Cotton Single Yarn 13 nm
This heavy-duty 13 nm single yarn from uncombed staple cotton, with over 85% cotton content, is bulk-packed for non-retail textile mills. Its decitex is above 714.29, and it is unbleached and unmercerized, fitting the tariff item's description. It is suited for bags, tarps, and durable workwear.
Industrial Uncombed Cotton Yarn 13 nm Unbleached
This single yarn at 13 nm from uncombed, unbleached, non-mercerized cotton (≥85%) is supplied in large spools for heavy canvas or upholstery fabric production. The yarn's decitex is above 714.29, and it is not intended for retail sale, matching the tariff item's description. Its industrial packaging and unprocessed state confirm classification here.
Natural Uncombed Cotton Yarn 9 nm Industrial
This 9 nm single yarn of natural uncombed cotton, with 85%+ by weight, is supplied on large spools for factory weaving, not retail. Its decitex is well above 714.29, and it is unbleached and unmercerized, matching the tariff item's scope. It is used for agricultural bags and coarse sheeting.