Cotton Yarn Thread Waste from Japan
Waste material consisting of short lengths of cotton yarn and thread generated during weaving or knitting processes. Classified under HTS 5202.10.00.00 as yarn waste including thread waste from cotton textile production. It is typically collected from spinning mills and used for reprocessing or low-grade yarn production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the waste is specifically yarn/thread waste, not garnetted stock, to avoid reclassification under other subheadings
• Provide documentation certifying origin and composition, as quantitative limits apply to certain countries under U.S. notes
• Inspect for contamination; clean yarn waste may qualify for better pricing but ensure accurate declaration