Modacrylic-Lambswool Industrial Yarn
Industrial-grade yarn of 68% modacrylic staple fibres and 32% lambswool for upholstery fabrics, not for retail. This yarn is not put up for retail sale and is mixed mainly with fine animal hair, making it classifiable under tariff item 5509.61.00.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn is mixed mainly with other synthetic fibres
This alternative covers modacrylic staple fibre yarns mixed mainly with synthetic fibres, not with animal hair.
If the yarn is mixed with fine animal hair but not mainly with modacrylic
This alternative applies to synthetic staple fibre yarns mixed mainly with wool or fine animal hair, excluding modacrylic.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yarn is not put up for retail sale (e.g
• on industrial cones) to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide accurate fibre composition and weight percentages to CBSA
• Verify the yarn is not classified as 'sewing thread' by checking its twist and packaging
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