Low-Twist 50 Denier Polyester Industrial Yarn from Japan
Single polyester filament yarn of 50 denier, twisted at 40 turns per meter, used in weaving lightweight synthetic fabrics for apparel linings. Classified in HTS 5402.47.90 for other single, low-twist polyester yarns not put up for retail, excluding finer or specialty types. Bulk packaged on large cones for factory use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include twist measurement reports (turns/m) from accredited labs; CBP often audits low-twist claims against 5402.47 thresholds
• Label cones clearly as 'industrial yarn, not retail' with HTS hint to speed processing; avoid consumer packaging