Polyethylene Ultrafine Multifilament Yarn Bulk from Japan
Ultrafine polyethylene multifilament yarn (<67 decitex total), twist <5 turns/m, in bulk cones for nonwovens or filtration media production. HTS 5402.49.91.15 applies to such low-twist polyethylene variants, excluding retail sale or higher twist yarns. Ideal for technical textile manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed yarn count and twist data; ultrafine requires precise denier measurement
• Ensure no consumer packaging to prevent shift to retail headings
• Test for exact twist to stay under 5 turns/m threshold