72% Cotton 10 nm Bag Fabric Yarn
This cabled yarn consists of 72% uncombed cotton and 28% polypropylene, with a single yarn count of 10 nm (1000 decitex), above the 714.29 decitex minimum. It is supplied in industrial packaging, not for retail sale, and is used for heavy bag fabrics. The mixed fibre content below 85% cotton places it under tariff item 5206.31.00.
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
Finer multiple yarns of cotton under 85% are classified in the subheading for yarns measuring less than 714.29 decitex.
If the yarn is twisted into twine, cordage, or rope
Yarns exceeding 10,000 decitex or reinforced with metal may be classified as twine, cordage, ropes, or cables in Chapter 56.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the yarn count is measured after any sizing removal, as per the tariff note, to ensure accurate classification
• Provide a laboratory certificate of analysis showing fibre percentages and yarn count to the CBSA if requested
• Check if the polypropylene content affects the yarn's end-use classification under other Canadian textile regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 5206.31.00
70/30 Cotton-Poly 8 nm Upholstery Yarn
This is a folded yarn composed of 70% uncombed cotton and 30% polyester, with a single yarn count of 8 nm (1250 decitex), exceeding the 714.29 decitex threshold. It is not put up for retail sale and is intended for heavy-duty upholstery weaving. As a multiple yarn of cotton containing less than 85% cotton by weight, it falls under tariff item 5206.31.00.
75% Cotton 9 nm Towel Weft Yarn
This cabled weft yarn blends 75% uncombed cotton with 25% modal, with a single yarn count of 9 nm (1111 decitex), exceeding the 714.29 decitex threshold. It is intended for terry towel manufacturing and is not packaged for retail sale. As a multiple yarn of cotton with less than 85% cotton content, it is classified under tariff item 5206.31.00.
80/20 Cotton-Spandex 13 nm Stretch Yarn
This folded stretch yarn contains 80% uncombed cotton and 20% spandex (elastomeric) core, with a single yarn count of 13 nm (769 decitex), above the 714.29 decitex minimum. It is supplied in bulk for knit fabric production, not for retail sale. Despite the elastomeric component, the yarn retains the essential character of cotton yarn and falls under tariff item 5206.31.00.
Cotton-Acrylic 11 nm Canvas Warp Yarn
This multiple warp yarn is composed of 82% uncombed cotton and 18% acrylic, with a single yarn count of 11 nm (909 decitex), exceeding the 714.29 decitex threshold. It is intended for canvas and sailcloth production and is not packaged for retail sale. With cotton content below 85%, this multiple yarn falls under tariff item 5206.31.00.
Cotton-Lyocell 7 nm Industrial Yarn
This multiple industrial yarn consists of 78% uncombed cotton and 22% lyocell, with a single yarn count of 7 nm (1429 decitex), well above the 714.29 decitex minimum. It is used for bulk fabric production and is not put up for retail sale. As a mixed cotton yarn with less than 85% cotton, it is classified under tariff item 5206.31.00.
Cotton-Modal Blend 14 nm Filling Yarn
This folded filling yarn blends 76% uncombed cotton with 24% modal, with a single yarn count of exactly 14 nm (714 decitex), meeting the threshold for this tariff item. It is intended for sheet and apparel fabrics and is supplied in bulk packaging. As a multiple yarn of cotton with less than 85% cotton content, it falls under tariff item 5206.31.00.