Polyester Monofilament Fishing Line Yarn
Single untwisted polyester monofilament yarn under 67 decitex, used in manufacturing fishing lines, classified under HTS 5402.49.91.40 due to its low twist (less than 5 turns/m) and synthetic filament composition not for retail sale. It meets the criteria for 'other' monofilament in this subheading as it's not sewing thread.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If multifilament with twist 5-50 turns/m
Higher twist multifilament yarn shifts to general 'other' category outside the low-twist monofilament subheading.
If staple fibers, not continuous filament
Synthetic staple fibers (cut lengths) fall under Chapter 55, not continuous filament yarns of Chapter 54.
If sewing thread type
Filament sewing threads are specifically excluded and classified under heading 5401.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify decitex measurement <67 and twist ≤5 turns/m with lab testing to confirm classification
• Provide mill certificates showing synthetic filament composition (e.g
• polyester) and non-retail packaging
• Avoid misclassification as finished fishing line under Chapter 95 by importing as bulk yarn only
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Polyester Tire Cord Monofilament
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Nylon Filter Cloth Feed Yarn
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Polyolefin Monofilament Packaging Yarn
Polyolefin synthetic monofilament <67 dtex, <5 turns/m twist, for woven packaging sacks. HTS 5402.49.91.40 as other monofilament synthetic yarn per hierarchy.
Synthetic Microfilament Weft Yarn
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