Combed Alpaca Yarn 2/16 Nm
Premium combed alpaca hair yarn at 2/16 Nm, bulk spooled for weaving mills, not retail-ready. HTS 5108.20.80.00 applies to this 'other' combed fine animal hair yarn from alpaca, excluding mohair retail packs. Commonly used for luxury sweaters and shawls.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | +35.0% | 39% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 25%+ mohair and carded
Carded mohair blends use the specific mohair carded subheading.
If made into knotted carpets
Yarn incorporated into floor coverings classifies as finished carpets under chapter 57.
If chiefly polyester staple fiber
Man-made fiber yarn headings in chapter 54 apply when synthetic exceeds natural fibers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• File bonds if entering as 'wool for special uses' per US notes, ensuring end-use in felts or boots to claim lower duties
• Include spinning mill certificates proving combed state and non-retail intent to avoid heading 5109
Related Products under HTS 5108.20.80.00
Combed Cashmere Yarn 2/28 Nm
High-quality combed cashmere yarn from Kashmir goat hair, spun to 2/28 Nm count, not packaged for retail sale. Classified under HTS 5108.20.80.00 as combed yarn of fine animal hair (cashmere), excluding mohair and put up for retail. Used primarily in weaving luxury scarves and sweaters by manufacturers.
Combed Camel Hair Yarn 2/20 Nm
Combed yarn from camel (dromedary) hair, 2/20 Nm fineness, supplied in bulk cones for industrial knitting machines. Falls under HTS 5108.20.80.00 as 'other' combed fine animal hair yarn, not for retail, distinct from mohair. Ideal for high-end coats and blankets.
Combed Angora Rabbit Yarn 2/24 Nm
Combed yarn from Angora rabbit hair, 2/24 Nm count, bulk for sweater knitting, excluding retail packaging. HTS 5108.20.80.00 covers this fine animal hair (rabbit per chapter note b), combed and other than mohair. Known for softness in winter wear.
Combed Yak Hair Yarn 2/18 Nm
Durable combed yak hair yarn at 2/18 Nm, supplied in industrial bobbins for outerwear weaving. Under HTS 5108.20.80.00 as other combed fine animal hair (yak per chapter notes), not retail. Blends well for rugged luxury apparel.
Combed Vicuna Yarn 1/12 Nm
Ultra-fine combed vicuna hair yarn, 1/12 Nm, in large industrial hanks for high-end garment production. Classified in HTS 5108.20.80.00 as other combed fine animal hair yarn, not put up for retail sale. Vicuna qualifies as fine hair per chapter note (b).
Combed Tibetan Goat Yarn 1/14 Nm
Combed yarn from Tibetan goats (similar to Kashmir), 1/14 Nm, bulk for scarf production. HTS 5108.20.80.00 for other combed fine animal hair yarn, not put up retail. Provides cashmere-like softness for premium knits.