Combed Cotton 30 nm Cabled Yarn from Germany
A cabled yarn from combed cotton with single yarn fineness of 30 nm (within 14-43 nm range), over 85% cotton, supplied in large industrial cones. Used primarily for high-quality denim or shirting fabrics. Falls under HTS 5205.42.00 for its combed, cabled structure and specified metric yarn number.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit detailed yarn specifications including twist direction, cabling method, and nm calculation per US Note to HTS Chapter 52
• Avoid common pitfall of incorrect nm measurement—use post-scouring weight and full formula for accurate classification
• For Asian origins, confirm no quantitative restrictions apply under U.S. cotton import notes