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.

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.

5402.49Same rate: 43%

If multifilament with twist 5-50 turns/m

Higher twist multifilament yarn shifts to general 'other' category outside the low-twist monofilament subheading.

5503.20.00Lower: 39.3% vs 43%

If staple fibers, not continuous filament

Synthetic staple fibers (cut lengths) fall under Chapter 55, not continuous filament yarns of Chapter 54.

5401.10.00.00Higher: 46.4% vs 43%

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