High-Tenacity Polyester 1000D Twisted Yarn

High-tenacity polyester multifilament yarn at 1000 denier with 8 turns per meter twist, designed for reinforcement in tires and ropes. Classified under HTS 5402.47.90.40 due to its polyester composition, multifilament structure, and twist exceeding 5 turns/m, sold in bulk for industrial processing. It meets the single yarn, low-twist criteria up to 50 turns/m.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

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

5402.62.00Lower: 42.5% vs 43%

If sold as multiple (plied) yarns

Single yarns classify under 5402.4x; plied or multiple yarns shift to 5402.6x regardless of twist.

5402.52.10Higher: 43.8% vs 43%

If acrylic filament yarn

Acrylic compositions fall under 5402.52, separate from polyester in 5402.47.

5607.50Lower: 13.6% vs 43%

If processed into industrial twine or cordage

Further twisting or braiding into twine moves it from yarn (Ch. 54) to made-up textile articles (Ch. 56).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include tenacity test reports to distinguish from standard polyester yarns and support valuation

Confirm no retail packaging; industrial bulk form prevents misclassification to consumer yarn headings

Watch for antidumping duties on high-tenacity polyester from certain origins like China

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