Combed Cotton 20 Nm Folded Yarn for Denim Weaving
This is a multiple (folded) cotton yarn made from combed fibers, with a metric count exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn, containing over 85% cotton by weight. It is not packaged for retail sale and is used primarily in power looms for producing denim fabrics. Classified under 5205.42.0060 as 'other' folded combed cotton yarn in this yarn number range.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If single yarn, not multiple or folded
Single yarn of combed fibers in the 14-43 nm range falls under 5205.41, while folded/cabled goes to 5205.42.
If put up for retail sale
Yarn packaged in small put-ups like balls or cones for consumer sale shifts to Chapter 52 heading 5207 for retail cotton yarn.
If not combed fibers
Uncombed (carded) cotton yarn in similar count would classify under 5204.19 as less processed fibers change the heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify nm count using US note formula (actual meters/kg divided by 1,000, multiplied by single yarns) and provide lab test reports for fiber content >85% cotton
• Check quantitative restrictions on raw cotton imports; ensure origin complies with WTO member quotas if applicable
• Label shipments clearly as industrial yarn, not sewing thread, to avoid misclassification; include certificate of combed fibers
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