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High Tenacity Polyester Monofilament 1000 Decitex from China

This synthetic monofilament yarn, made from high tenacity polyester, exceeds 920 decitex and has less than 5 turns per meter twist, classifying it under HTS 5402.20.30.50. It is used in industrial applications like fishing lines and reinforcement materials due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. Not put up for retail sale, it meets the criteria for bulk synthetic filament yarn.

Duty Rate — China → United States

46.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify decitex measurement exceeds 920 and twist is under 5 turns/meter via lab testing to confirm HTS 5402.20.30.50 classification

Provide manufacturer's certification of high tenacity polyester composition and non-retail packaging to avoid misclassification

Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect twist measurement leading to reclassification under twisted yarn subheadings