Single-Ply Wet-Spun Flax Yarn 20/2
Single-ply flax yarn produced by wet spinning, with a metric count of 20/2, used for weaving fine linens and apparel fabrics. It is a single yarn (not multiple or cabled) and therefore falls under tariff item 5306.10.00 for single flax yarn.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn is multiple (folded) or cabled
Tariff item 5306.20.00 covers multiple or cabled flax yarn, which is a distinct category from single yarn.
If the yarn is made of jute or other textile bast fibres
Jute or other bast fibre yarns are classified under heading 5307, not flax yarn.
If the yarn is a blend of flax with other textile fibres
Blended yarns may fall under other headings in Chapter 53 depending on the predominant fibre by weight.
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 truly single-ply and not folded or cabled, as multiple or cabled flax yarn falls under a different tariff item
• Declare the yarn count and spinning process accurately on your CBSA documentation
• Verify whether the yarn qualifies as 'unbleached' or 'bleached' under Section XI subheading notes, as this may affect duty treatment
Related Products under Tariff item 5306.10.00
Fine Single-Ply Linen Yarn 40/1 for Apparel
This is a high-count single flax yarn, wet-spun to a fine 40/1 metric count, intended for weaving lightweight apparel fabrics such as blouses and dresses. As a single yarn (not plied or cabled), it falls squarely under tariff item 5306.10.00, which covers single flax yarn. Its fine count and wet-spun finish make it suitable for plain-weave printcloth or poplin, consistent with the chapter's scope for flax yarns.
Rustic Single Flax Yarn 12/1 for Crafts
This is a coarse rustic single-ply flax yarn with a 12/1 metric count, used for handcrafts, weaving, and artisanal textiles. As a single yarn, it is classified under tariff item 5306.10.00, which covers single flax yarn. Its coarse count is typical for craft applications, and it is not put up for retail sale in the small packages that would trigger other headings.
Single Flax Sewing Thread Yarn 60/1
This is an ultra-fine single flax yarn with a 60/1 metric count, intended for specialty sewing threads in high-end tailoring. Although it is called 'sewing thread,' it is a single yarn and does not meet the definition of sewing thread in Section XI Note 5, which requires multiple (folded) or cabled yarn. Therefore, it is correctly classified under tariff item 5306.10.00 as single flax yarn.
Single Flax Yarn 16/1 for Heavy Canvas
This is a coarse single-ply flax yarn with a 16/1 metric count, designed for heavy-weight canvas and upholstery fabrics exceeding 200 g/m². As a single yarn, it is classified under tariff item 5306.10.00, which covers single flax yarn. The yarn's coarseness does not exclude it from this heading, as long as it remains a single yarn and does not exceed the decitex thresholds for twine or cordage.
Single Flax Yarn for Linen Sheeting 30/1
This is a single-ply flax yarn with a 30/1 metric count, designed for weaving plain-weave sheeting fabrics. As a single yarn, it is classified under tariff item 5306.10.00, which covers single flax yarn. The yarn's count and intended use in lightweight linen textiles align with the scope of this heading, and it is not put up for retail sale.
Single Wet-Spun Flax Yarn for Poplin 50/1
This is a fine single-ply flax yarn with a 50/1 metric count, intended for poplin weaves in shirting and dress fabrics. As a single yarn, it is classified under tariff item 5306.10.00, which covers single flax yarn. Its fine count and wet-spun production make it suitable for lightweight woven fabrics, and it does not meet the definition of sewing thread or twine.