Nylon Staple Fiber Compact Spun Yarn 25/2 Ne
This is a two-ply compact spun yarn made from nylon staple fibres, with a count of 25/2 Ne, optimized for low hairiness in sheeting fabrics. It falls under tariff item 5509.99.00 as other yarn of synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale, as it is a residual category for yarns not meeting specific subheading criteria.
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 blended mainly with artificial staple fibres
Nylon blended with artificial fibres is classified under this subheading when nylon predominates.
If the yarn is made wholly of acrylic staple fibres
Acrylic staple yarns have their own subheading, but nylon would not be classified here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yarn is in industrial bulk packaging, not retail-ready formats
• The two-ply construction should be clearly documented, as multiple-folded yarns may have different classification considerations
• Provide a detailed specification sheet to CBSA to avoid delays
Related Products under Tariff item 5509.99.00
Acetate-Nylon Single Yarn for Lingerie
Single yarn of nylon and acetate staple fibres, not put up for retail sale, used in the production of delicate lingerie fabrics. The yarn is a blend of synthetic staple fibres where nylon predominates by weight, classifying it under this tariff item for other yarn of synthetic staple fibres.
Acrylic-Polyester Blend Staple Yarn 15/1 Ne
This is a single-ply spun yarn blending acrylic and polyester staple fibres, with a count of 15/1 Ne, intended for knitting industrial felts. It is classified under tariff item 5509.99.00 as other yarn of synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale, because the blend does not meet the specific fibre thresholds of other subheadings.
Acrylic-Rayon Folded Yarn 30s/3
Acrylic-Rayon Folded Yarn 30s/3 is a multiple folded yarn combining acrylic synthetic staple fibres primarily with rayon artificial staple fibres. It is used in knitting apparel fabrics and is not put up for retail sale, falling under tariff item 5509.99.00 for other yarn of synthetic staple fibres.
Acrylic-Viscose Blend Single Yarn 20s
Single yarn of acrylic synthetic staple fibres blended chiefly with viscose artificial staple fibres, intended for knitting machines in textile mills. The yarn is not put up for retail sale and is classified under this tariff item as other yarn of synthetic staple fibres.
Aramid-Viscose Folded Yarn 24s/4
Aramid-Viscose Folded Yarn 24s/4 is a high-tenacity folded yarn combining aramid synthetic staple fibres with viscose artificial staple fibres, designed for composite applications. It is not put up for retail sale and is classified under tariff item 5509.99.00 as other yarn of synthetic staple fibres.
Bamboo Rayon-Polyester Single Yarn
Single yarn of viscose from bamboo (artificial staple) blended with polyester synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale. The yarn is used in textile manufacturing and is classified under this tariff item as other yarn of synthetic staple fibres.