Acetate High-Twist Yarn for Dress Fabrics
Acetate high-twist yarn is a single multifilament yarn made of cellulose acetate, twisted at 5 or more turns per meter, and supplied in bulk for industrial weaving. It is used to produce premium dress fabrics with a luxurious hand and drape. This tariff item covers artificial filament yarn, not put up for retail sale, with a twist of at least 5 turns per meter.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn is of viscose rayon, not cellulose acetate
Viscose rayon is another artificial filament yarn, classified separately under the same heading.
If the yarn is of other artificial fibres, not cellulose acetate
Other artificial filament yarns fall under this residual tariff item.
If the yarn is made of synthetic polyester filaments
Synthetic filament yarns are classified under heading 54.02, not 54.03.
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 and has a twist of at least 5 turns per meter to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the yarn's cellulose acetate composition and decitex to confirm classification
• Keep supplier documentation showing twist level and packaging for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 5403.33.00
30 Denier Cellulose Acetate Weaving Yarn
Fine single yarn of cellulose acetate filaments at 30 denier (approximately 33 decitex), below the 67 decitex threshold, designed for high-speed shuttleless looms in fabric production. It is not put up for retail sale, aligning with tariff item 5403.33.00 for artificial filament yarn of cellulose acetate.
55 Decitex Acetate Single Yarn Spool
Large spool of 55 decitex single cellulose acetate yarn for weaving, used in linings. It is not put up for retail sale and falls under tariff item 5403.33.00 as artificial filament yarn of cellulose acetate.
60 Decitex Cellulose Acetate Filament Yarn
High-tenacity single filament yarn of cellulose acetate at 60 decitex, for durable woven textiles. It is below the 67 decitex threshold and supplied in bulk for industrial use, qualifying under tariff item 5403.33.00.
Acetate Filament Yarn Industrial Grade
Industrial grade cellulose acetate single filament yarn for manufacturing use, not put up for retail sale. It is a single yarn of cellulose acetate under 67 decitex, falling under tariff item 5403.33.00.
Acetate Monofilament 40 Decitex Zero Twist Bulk Spool
Zero-twist monofilament yarn made from cellulose acetate, 40 decitex, supplied in bulk spools for weaving industrial meshes. As an artificial filament yarn not put up for retail sale and under 67 decitex, it falls under tariff item 5403.33.00.
Acetate Zero-Twist Single Yarn 45 Denier for Linings
Zero-twist single multifilament yarn of cellulose acetate, 45 denier (about 50 decitex), for weaving lining fabrics in garments. Supplied in large industrial packages, it qualifies as artificial filament yarn not for retail sale under tariff item 5403.33.00.