55 nm 2-Ply Combed Cotton Yarn from Japan
Two-ply folded yarn from combed cotton, single yarn at 55 nm (52-80 nm range), ≥85% cotton, bulk industrial packaging. Used for high-thread-count bed linens. HTS 5205.44.00 applies to its folded structure and specified fineness of combed fibers.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'not for retail sale' with cone weights >5kg to maintain industrial classification
• Retain production records showing combing process to differentiate from carded yarns
• Check for country-specific quotas on upstream cotton under 5201 if traceability required