5205.48.00/120/2 Combed Cotton Yarn for Fine Shirting/Japan

120/2 Combed Cotton Yarn for Fine Shirting from Japan

This is a two-ply combed cotton yarn where each single yarn measures 120 metric number (less than 83.33 decitex), containing over 85% cotton, not intended for retail sale. It is used in weaving high-quality dress shirts and blouses due to its smoothness and strength from combed fibers. Classified under 5205.48.00 as multiple folded yarn of combed cotton fibers exceeding 120 metric number per single yarn.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify nm count per US Note using meters/kg divided by 1,000 and multiplied by single yarns to confirm <83.33 decitex

• Provide mill certificates confirming combed fibers and >85% cotton content to avoid reclassification to carded yarn headings

• Monitor quantitative restrictions on raw cotton inputs; ensure origin documentation for non-WTO countries