20/2 Uncombed Cotton Ply Yarn

Coarse 20/2 folded yarn from uncombed cotton (>85% by weight), single yarn ≤14 nm, bulk packaged for manufacturing upholstery or workwear fabrics. The nm metric confirms coarse classification per HTS definitions. HTS 5205.31.00.00 applies to such industrial, non-retail multiple yarns of uncombed cotton.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5206.31.00.00Higher: 44.2% vs 40.8%

If <85% cotton content

Yarns with 52-85% cotton classify under Chapter 52 heading 5206 for mixed compositions.

5208.19Lower: 20.5% vs 40.8%

If further processed into plain weave fabric

Once woven into fabric, it becomes 5208/5209, not yarn.

5205.33.00.00Higher: 43.6% vs 40.8%

If for slightly finer coarse multiple yarns

Next nm threshold for uncombed multiple yarns.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide yarn test certificates showing cotton content >85% and uncombed fiber analysis to support classification

Monitor annual quotas under 5201/5202 for upstream raw cotton impacts; declare accurately to avoid visa requirements

Label cones clearly as industrial use only; retail intent risks shift to 5207

Related Products under HTS 5205.31.00.00

30/2 Uncombed Cotton Folding Yarn

This is a multiple (folded) yarn made from uncombed cotton fibers, with each single yarn having a metric count not exceeding 14 nm (coarse yarn around 30s Ne equivalent), containing over 85% cotton by weight. It is not packaged for retail sale, intended for industrial weaving or knitting applications. Classified under HTS 5205.31.00.00 due to its uncombed fibers, multiple structure, and coarse single yarn fineness as defined by nm measurement.

24/3 Uncombed Cotton Cabled Yarn

A cabled cotton yarn from uncombed fibers, with single yarn fineness ≤14 nm (approx. 24s Ne), over 85% cotton, supplied in bulk cones for textile mills. Used primarily for weaving heavy fabrics like canvas or denim. Fits HTS 5205.31.00.00 for coarse multiple/cabled uncombed cotton yarns not for retail.

28/2 Uncombed Cotton Weaving Yarn

Folded 28/2 yarn of uncombed cotton fibers (>85%), single yarn not exceeding 14 nm, in large industrial spools for power looms. Suitable for medium-weight shirting or sheeting. Classified in 5205.31.00.00 for coarse, non-retail multiple cotton yarns per nm standards.

12/2 Uncombed Cotton Industrial Yarn

Very coarse 12/2 folded uncombed cotton yarn (>85%), single ≤14 nm, in cones for industrial felts or bags. HTS 5205.31.00.00 for non-retail coarse multiple uncombed cotton per US nm definition.

10/2 Uncombed Cotton Warp Yarn

Coarse 10/2 uncombed cotton warp yarn (>85%), singles ≤14 nm, large spools for weaving looms. HTS 5205.31.00.00 covers such non-retail multiple yarns from uncombed fibers.

40/2 Uncombed Cotton Folding Yarn

Fine-end coarse 40/2 folded uncombed cotton yarn (>85%), ≤14 nm singles, industrial bulk. Used in towel or terry production. 5205.31.00.00 for uncombed multiple.