Spandex-Covered Textured Polyester Yarn 70D/34F from Germany
Textured polyester core yarn covered with spandex, total 70 denier/34F, single yarn for stretch fabrics. Classed in HTS 5402.39.31.90 as other synthetic textured single >67 decitex (equiv.), bulk. Used in activewear and hosiery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare exact core/cover ratio and texturing to avoid elastomeric yarn headings
• Test elasticity to confirm not predominantly spandex (which shifts classification)
• Use industrial bobbin packaging exclusively