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High-Tenacity Polyamide 920 Decitex Twisted Yarn from Japan

High-tenacity polyamide multifilament yarn at 920 decitex with at least 5 turns per meter twist, ideal for reinforcement in conveyor belts and hoses. Classified under HTS 5402.19.3030 due to its nylon-type composition, single yarn multifilament structure, and twist specification within the decitex limit. It is supplied in large industrial spools, not for retail.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit tensile strength test reports proving high-tenacity status to differentiate from standard nylon yarns

• Label spools clearly with twist turns per meter and decitex to prevent customs disputes over measurement standards

• Avoid combining with retail packaging; bulk import only to stay out of consumer goods headings