Raw White Uncombed Cotton Yarn 72 nm
This is a bleached white single cotton yarn, spun from uncombed fibres, containing 85% or more cotton by weight. With a metric count of 72 nm, it measures between 125 and 192.31 decitex, placing it squarely within tariff item 5205.14.00. It is supplied on cones for industrial use, not put up for retail sale, and serves as a clean base for weaving or knitting technical textiles.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn measures 192.31 decitex or more but less than 232.56 decitex (metric count exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52)
A coarser single uncombed cotton yarn falls in the adjacent subheading within the same heading.
If the yarn measures less than 125 decitex (metric count exceeding 80)
A finer single uncombed cotton yarn is classified under the next subheading in the same series.
If the yarn is made from combed fibres instead of uncombed
Combed cotton yarns are classified separately within heading 52.05.
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 qualify for this tariff item
• Have a lab report or mill certificate confirming the metric count (52–80 nm) and cotton content (≥85%) ready for CBSA inspection
• Check if a free trade agreement (e.g
• CPTPP, CUSMA) applies to reduce or eliminate duty
Related Products under Tariff item 5205.14.00
Fine Uncombed Cotton Single Yarn 80 nm
Fine uncombed cotton single yarn, with a metric number of 80 nm (approximately 125 decitex), containing 85% or more cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. This yarn is at the upper limit of the fineness range and is intended for high-count weaving, such as sheer or lightweight fabrics.
Grey Uncombed Cotton Single Yarn 55 nm
Grey (undyed) cotton single yarn, from uncombed fibres, with a metric number of 55 nm (approximately 182 decitex), containing 85% or more cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. The yarn is unbleached and intended for industrial spinning or weaving, fitting the tariff item's fineness range.
Heavy Uncombed Cotton Single Yarn 53 nm
Heavy uncombed cotton single yarn, with a metric number of 53 nm (approximately 189 decitex), containing 85% or more cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. The yarn is just above the 52 nm threshold and is intended for upholstery weaving, fitting the tariff item's fineness range.
High-Tenacity Uncombed Cotton Single Yarn 60 nm
High-tenacity uncombed cotton single yarn, with a metric number of 60 nm (approximately 167 decitex), containing at least 85% cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. The yarn is unbleached and intended for industrial applications, fitting the tariff item's fineness range.
Industrial Unbleached Cotton Yarn 75 nm
Industrial unbleached cotton yarn, single, from uncombed fibres, with a metric number of 75 nm (approximately 133 decitex), containing 85% or more cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. This yarn is intended for weaving shirting or fine goods and meets the fineness range of the tariff item.
Industrial Uncombed Cotton Weft Yarn 75 nm
Industrial uncombed cotton weft yarn, with a metric number of 75 nm (approximately 133 decitex), containing 85% or more cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. The yarn is unbleached and intended for shuttle looms, fitting the tariff item's fineness range.