Kevlar K49 Untwisted Multifilament Yarn

Kevlar K49 high-modulus aramid multifilament yarn, single untwisted ≤920 decitex for cable and rope reinforcement. HTS 5402.11.30.10 due to aramid composition, high tenacity, twist <5 tpm, not put up for retail sale.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.8%+35.0%43.8%
🇲🇽Mexico8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇨🇦Canada8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇩🇪Germany8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇯🇵Japan8.8%+10.0%18.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 43.8%

If woven into circular knit fabric

Knitted/woven structures classify as fabrics in 5407-5408, not yarn.

5402.11Same rate: 43.8%

If not high-tenacity (>9.0 cN/tex)

Standard tenacity aramids fall outside high-tenacity provisions.

5507.00.00.00Lower: 40% vs 43.8%

If in continuous tow form

Chapter 55 tow excludes Chapter 54 per heading notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide denier-to-decitex conversion and twist meter readings in customs entry

Segregate from textile/textured yarns to avoid 5402.33 misclassification

Bulk spools only; consumer packaging triggers retail provisions