70/30 Cotton-Poly 8 nm Upholstery Yarn
This is a folded yarn made from 70% uncombed cotton and 30% polyester, with a single yarn count of 8 nm (equivalent to 1250 decitex). It is intended for heavy-duty upholstery weaving and is not put up for retail sale. It falls under this tariff item as a multiple yarn of uncombed fibres containing less than 85% cotton, with each single yarn measuring 714.29 decitex or more.
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 measures less than 714.29 decitex (over 14 metric number)
This sibling item covers multiple or cabled yarn of uncombed fibres with a finer single yarn count.
If the yarn is made of combed fibres instead of uncombed
Combed cotton yarns are classified separately from uncombed yarns in the tariff.
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; industrial packaging is required for this tariff item
• Declare the exact fibre composition and yarn count (decitex) on customs documents to support classification
• Verify whether the polyester component affects the classification under Section XI Note 2, as the cotton must predominate by weight
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