Polyester-Cotton Blend Multiple Yarn
This is a multiple yarn with 85% or more polyester and cotton staple, with a 35/2 count, used for workwear. It falls under tariff item 5509.42.00 because polyester is the dominant fiber (85% or more) and the yarn is multiple (folded) or cabled, not put up for retail sale.
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 polyester content is less than 85% but still predominates
The subheading depends on the proportion of polyester staple fibres.
If cotton predominates over polyester
If cotton is the predominant fiber, the yarn falls under Chapter 52.
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
• Confirm the yarn is not put up for retail sale (e.g
• not in balls or hanks under 125 g)
• Provide a detailed composition breakdown to show polyester content is 85% or more
• Verify if any anti-dumping duties apply to blended yarns from certain countries
Related Products under Tariff item 5509.42.00
High-Tenacity Polyester 45/2 Cabled
This is a high-tenacity polyester staple cabled yarn with a 45/2 count, containing 85% or more polyester for use in safety belts and hoses. It qualifies under tariff item 5509.42.00 as a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn of polyester staple fibres, not put up for retail sale.
Polyester 20s/3 Folded Industrial Yarn
This is a heavy-duty folded polyester staple yarn with a 20s/3 count, containing 85% or more polyester, used for weaving industrial filter cloths or conveyor belts. It falls under tariff item 5509.42.00 because it is a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn of polyester staple fibres, not put up for retail sale.
Polyester 30/4 Multiple Cabled Yarn
This is a heavy-duty cabled yarn made from 100% polyester staple fibers, with four plies twisted together to provide maximum strength for industrial applications such as ropes and webbing. It qualifies under tariff item 5509.42.00 because it contains 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres and is a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, not put up for retail sale.
Polyester 40/2 Cabled Yarn
This is a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn made from 100% polyester staple fibers, consisting of two 40s count single yarns twisted together for enhanced strength. It falls under tariff item 5509.42.00 because it contains 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres and is a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, not put up for retail sale.
Polyester 40s/2 Folded Yarn
This is a multiple folded yarn made from 85% or more polyester staple fibers, with a yarn count of 40s/2, used in industrial weaving for upholstery fabrics. It qualifies under tariff item 5509.42.00 as a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn of polyester staple fibres, not put up for retail sale.
Polyester 50/2 Plied Yarn
This is a multiple folded plied yarn of 100% polyester staple fibers, with two 50s count yarns combined for use in fine shirting fabrics. It qualifies under tariff item 5509.42.00 as it contains 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres and is a multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, not put up for retail sale.