Polyester 100% Staple Fiber Yarn for Retail Knitting
A high-quality yarn made from 100% synthetic staple fibres (polyester), wound into skeins and put up for retail sale in craft stores. It falls under tariff item 5511.10.00 because it contains 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8% | — | 8% |
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 not put up for retail sale
Yarn of synthetic staple fibres in bulk is classified in heading 55.09.
If polyester content is below 85%
Yarn with less than 85% synthetic staple fibres falls under the 'other' subheading.
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 labelled as 100% polyester staple fibre and packaged for retail sale
• Provide a commercial invoice with the fibre composition and weight
• Be aware that yarn with a twist of less than 5 turns per metre may be classified differently
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