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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If woven into circular knit fabric
Knitted/woven structures classify as fabrics in 5407-5408, not yarn.
If not high-tenacity (>9.0 cN/tex)
Standard tenacity aramids fall outside high-tenacity provisions.
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
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