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Bulk Polyester Low-Twist Yarn for Conveyor Belt Reinforcement

Polyester multifilament yarn (<67 dtex, <5 tpm twist) in bulk bobbins for reinforcing conveyor belt fabrics. Fits HTS 5402.47.90.20 as other untwisted/low-twist polyester single yarn not for retail sale, per Chapter 54 hierarchy excluding sewing thread. Notes on weaves do not alter yarn classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+37.5%45.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5402.52Lower: 21.3% vs 45.5%

If twist exceeds 50 turns/m

Overall twist threshold moves it out of low-twist single yarn.

5902.10.00Lower: 43.3% vs 45.5%

If coated for industrial use post-import

Rubber-coated textile yarns for reinforcement classify in 5902.

5407.91Lower: 27.4% vs 45.5%

If woven into unfinished fabric

Cloth woven from unbleached yarn shifts to woven fabric headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide tensile strength specs to verify industrial grade suitability

• Segregate from retail yarns in manifests to maintain bulk status