2/16 nm Cabled Cotton Yarn for Denim from Japan
Cabled 2-ply yarn (16 nm singles) from uncombed cotton fibers (>85%), used specifically for warp in denim production. Bulk spools for mills, nm per US note accounting for cabled structure. Classified in 5205.32.00.00 for uncombed multi-ply yarn in the 14-43 nm range.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Reference subheading notes for potential denim end-use but classify as yarn; include mill contracts proving industrial non-retail intent
• Test for excessive sizing and desize before nm calc to comply with US note (b) weight measurement protocols