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Combed Mercerized Cotton 7 nm Twisted Yarn

This is a twisted multiple yarn made from combed mercerized cotton, with a single yarn fineness of 7 nm (equivalent to 1428.57 decitex per single yarn). It contains 87% cotton by weight and is supplied in bulk for sock knitting, not put up for retail sale. It falls under tariff item 5205.41.00 as a multiple yarn of combed fibres, measuring per single yarn 714.29 decitex or more.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5205.42.00Same rate: Free

If the single yarn measures less than 714.29 decitex (over 14 nm)

This subheading covers multiple or cabled yarn of combed fibres with finer single yarns.

5205.31.00Same rate: Free

If the yarn is of uncombed fibres

Yarn made from carded (uncombed) cotton falls under a different subheading.

5207.10.00Higher: 8% vs Free

If the yarn is put up for retail sale

Cotton yarn packaged for retail sale is classified in a separate heading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the yarn is not put up for retail sale; bulk packaging on cones or in cartons is acceptable

β€’ Verify the cotton content is 85% or more by weight and that the single yarn count is 14 nm or less

β€’ Keep records of the yarn's construction (twist, ply) to support the classification

Related Products under Tariff item 5205.41.00

Coarse Combed Cotton Yarn 12 Nm Multiple

Coarse combed cotton multiple yarn with a metric number of 12 Nm per single yarn, containing 85% or more cotton by weight, not put up for retail sale. This yarn is folded or cabled and used in industrial weaving applications.

Combed Brazilian Cotton 12.9 nm Folded Yarn

This folded yarn is made from combed Brazilian cotton with a fineness of 12.9 Nm per single yarn, containing over 85% cotton. It is supplied in industrial packaging for T-shirt yarn production.

Combed Cotton 10 Nm Folded Yarn

Multiple (folded) yarn made from combed cotton fibers, with each single yarn having a metric count of 10 Nm, containing over 85% cotton by weight and not packaged for retail sale. This yarn is used in industrial textile production.

Combed Cotton 10 nm Two-Ply Yarn

This multiple (folded) yarn is made from combed cotton fibres, with each single yarn measuring 10 Nm (not exceeding 14 Nm), containing over 85% cotton by weight. It is not packaged for retail sale and is intended for industrial use.

Combed Cotton 12 Nm Cabled Yarn

A cabled yarn from combed cotton with a single yarn metric number of 12 Nm, exceeding 85% cotton content, designed for industrial textile production without retail packaging. Commonly used for durable twill weaves in workwear.

Combed Cotton 14 Nm Industrial Folded Yarn

Folded yarn from combed cotton with a single yarn metric number of 14 Nm, containing over 85% cotton, not put up for retail sale. This yarn is used in industrial weaving applications.