Ne 160s Upland Combed Ring Spun Cotton Yarn from Japan
Single yarn from Upland combed cotton, ring spun to 160 Nm (62.5 decitex), 85%+ cotton, industrial bulk form. HTS 5205.28.00.20 designation based on combed ring spun specs exceeding 120 metric number per official nm definition. Common in mid-to-high end poplin shirting.
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
• Upland staple often under quota scrutiny; link to 5201 notes for origin eligibility
• Test for single yarn continuity; breaks indicate poor spinning disqualifying ring claim
• Invoice yarn in kilograms with exact nm; mismatches trigger audits