Recycled Newspaper Spinning Yarn from Mexico
Yarn spun from recycled newspaper strips for industrial spinning applications. HTS 5308.90.10.00 applies as it's paper yarn of vegetable textile fibers (cellulose-based), not qualifying as true textile yarn due to paper substrate.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit recycling certification and fiber analysis to prove vegetable origin and paper status
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50kg without stabilizers; prone to breakage claims at customs
• Document yarn count (Ne or Nm system adapted for paper) for accurate duty computation