60/2 Combed Cotton-Polyester Blend Yarn
This is a single yarn of combed fibres, a blend of cotton and polyester with less than 85% cotton by weight, measuring approximately 36 metric number (within the 14–43 nm range). It is not put up for retail sale, being supplied on industrial cones for weaving. The yarn falls under tariff item 5206.22.00 as a single, combed, blended cotton yarn in the specified decitex range.
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 85% or more cotton by weight
This heading covers cotton yarn with 85% or more cotton, single, combed, in the same metric count range.
If the yarn is multiple (folded) or cabled
This subheading covers multiple or cabled yarns of cotton blends, not single yarns.
If the yarn is made predominantly of polyester (over 50% by weight)
Under Section Note 2, if polyester predominates, the yarn would classify in Chapter 55 as a synthetic staple fibre yarn.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yarn is not put up for retail sale (e.g
• on cones over 125 g) to qualify for this item
• Verify the cotton content is below 85% and the metric count is between 14 and 43 nm; provide a lab test report if requested
• Declare the yarn as single, combed, and not sewing thread to avoid misclassification
Related Products under Tariff item 5206.22.00
30/1 Combed Cotton-Lyocell Blend Spinning Yarn
A fine 30/1 metric single yarn spun from combed cotton blended with lyocell, containing less than 85% cotton by weight. It is supplied in industrial bulk form, not put up for retail sale, and is intended for ring spinning into denim fabrics. The yarn's fineness (30 Nm) falls within the range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number, and it is made from combed fibres, meeting the tariff item's criteria.
36 Nm Combed Cotton-Viscose Single Yarn
A 36 Nm single yarn made from combed cotton fibres blended with viscose, with cotton comprising less than 85% of the total weight. It is used in weaving shirting fabrics and is imported in large industrial cones, not for retail sale. The fineness (36 Nm) is within the range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number, and the yarn is combed, satisfying the tariff item's requirements.
40 Nm Combed Cotton-Acrylic Yarn for Weaving
A 40 Nm single yarn of combed cotton-acrylic blend, containing up to 70% cotton, used for upholstery and apparel weaving. It is imported in bulk on tubes for mills, not for retail sale. The yarn's fineness (40 Nm) falls within the range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number, and it is made from combed fibres, meeting the tariff item's criteria.
Brazilian 32 Nm Combed Cotton Mix Yarn
A 32 Nm single yarn of combed cotton blend, containing less than 85% cotton, sourced from Brazil and intended for jeans manufacturing. It is supplied in industrial bulk form, not for retail sale. The fineness (32 Nm) is within the range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number, and the yarn is combed, satisfying the tariff item's requirements.
Combed 42 Nm Cotton-Elastane Yarn
A 42 Nm single yarn of combed cotton-elastane blend, with cotton content below 85%, designed for activewear. It is imported in bulk, not for retail sale. The fineness (42 Nm) falls within the range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number, and the yarn is combed, meeting the tariff item's criteria.
Combed 50/1 Cotton-Rayon Blend Yarn
A 50/1 metric count yarn (approximately 30 Nm equivalent) of combed cotton-rayon blend, containing less than 85% cotton, used for fine voiles. It is supplied in industrial form, not for retail sale. The yarn's fineness (30 Nm) is within the range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number, and it is combed, satisfying the tariff item's requirements.