50 nm Combed Cotton Cabled Yarn for Shirting Fabrics
High-quality cabled yarn from combed cotton fibers at 50 nm single yarn count, over 85% cotton, intended for industrial production of fine shirting fabrics. The cabled structure provides superior strength and uniformity for high-thread-count weaves. Fits HTS 5205.43.0090 as multiple (cabled) yarn in the 43-52 nm range, not for retail.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If single yarn count exceeds 52 nm
Higher nm classification moves to 5205.44 for coarser combed folded/cabled yarns.
If less than 85% cotton blended with synthetic fibers
Blends drop below 85% cotton threshold, shifting to Chapter 55 for synthetic/cotton yarns.
If put up in small put-ups for retail sale
Retail packaging changes classification to 5207 for consumer sewing or knitting yarn.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct yarn number testing post-scouring to remove sizing, using CBP-approved formulas for accurate nm declaration
• Label shipments clearly as 'industrial yarn, not retail' with fiber content >85% cotton to avoid Chapter 61 misclassification
• Monitor U.S. cotton import quotas; provide documentation proving staple length compliance for upland varieties
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