50 nm Combed Cotton Cabled Yarn for Shirting Fabrics from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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