Combed Cotton 44 nm High-Twist Sewing Yarn Base
This is a high-twist multiple (folded) yarn of combed cotton, with a single yarn count of 44 nm, containing over 85% cotton by weight. It is supplied in bulk for industrial further processing into sewing thread, and is not put up for retail sale. It falls under this tariff item because it is a multiple yarn of combed fibres, with a metric count per single yarn exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52.
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 single yarn count exceeds 52 nm
Yarns of combed cotton with a higher metric count are classified under this tariff item.
If the single yarn count is 43 nm or less
Yarns of combed cotton with a lower metric count fall under this adjacent tariff item.
If the yarn is dressed for use as sewing thread and meets Section XI Note 5
Sewing thread of cotton is classified in heading 52.04, not 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
• Verify that the yarn is not 'sewing thread' as defined in Section XI Note 5 (e.g
• not put up on supports under 1,000 g with final Z twist)
• Keep records of the twist direction and packaging weight to support classification
• Declare the cotton content percentage accurately
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44 nm Combed Multiple Cotton Ring Yarn
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45 nm Combed Cotton Cabled Yarn for Denim
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