Lion Brand 100% Cotton Worsted Weight Yarn Skein
This is a 100% cotton worsted weight yarn skein sold in retail packaging for knitting and crocheting projects like scarves and baby blankets. It falls under HTS 5207.90.00.00 as cotton yarn (not sewing thread) explicitly put up for retail sale, with yarn number exceeding 200 metric number. The retail packaging distinguishes it from bulk yarn in other headings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 5% | +35.0% | 40% |
| š²š½Mexico | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| šØš¦Canada | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| š©šŖGermany | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| šÆšµJapan | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not put up for retail sale
Bulk yarn over 200nm falls under 5206 as unfinished cotton yarn, lacking retail packaging required for Chapter 52 retail provisions.
If single yarn under 192.31 decitex but over 125 decitex
Medium-fine single yarns shift to 5205 based on linear density, regardless of retail packaging.
If knitted or crocheted into fabric
Once processed into knitted cotton fabric, it moves to Chapter 61 for knitted or crocheted articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify yarn number exceeds 200nm using official formulas from US Note (b) with lab testing if needed to confirm classification
ā¢ Include retail packaging details and end-use labeling on invoices; provide cotton origin certificates to navigate quota restrictions
ā¢ Avoid misclassification as sewing thread (5204) by documenting non-sewing retail craft use; watch for quantitative limits on cotton imports
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