Kevlar K49 Untwisted Multifilament Yarn from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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