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Combed Cotton 30 Nm Ring Spun Cabled Yarn

High-tenacity cabled yarn from combed cotton fibers, single yarn nm of 30 (within 14-43 nm), ring spun, over 85% cotton, supplied in industrial cones for denim weaving. Meets subheading 5205.42.0029 for its folded/cabled structure and precise specifications. Ideal for durable workwear fabrics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5205.32.00.00Higher: 44.8% vs 44%

If open-end spun rather than ring spun

Open-end spinning changes classification within 5205 to the .53xx subheadings, affecting duty rates.

5509.12.00.00Higher: 48.1% vs 44%

If synthetic fibers exceed 15% by weight

Blends with >15% synthetics shift out of Chapter 52 cotton headings to Chapter 55 man-made staple fibers.

5208.19Lower: 23% vs 44%

If further processed into woven fabric

Once woven into plain weave cotton fabric, it becomes heading 5208, no longer classified as yarn.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit affidavits confirming no retail packaging and ring spinning certification to avoid reclassification

• Calculate average yarn number post-sizing removal per US note; pitfalls include incorrect nm measurement for cabled yarns

• Check origin-specific quotas for raw cotton components; label with exact composition and nm