Polypropylene Multifilament Low-Twist Yarn

Synthetic polypropylene multifilament yarn, untwisted or <5 turns/m, under 67 decitex, for carpet backing production. Classified in HTS 5402.49.91.40 as 'other' low-twist yarn, not sewing thread, meeting statistical notes for twist limits.

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.

5402.49.91Same rate: 43%

If single yarn with 5-50 turns/m twist

Single yarns with moderate twist (5-50 turns/m) are in adjacent subheading, separate from ultra-low twist.

5503.20.00Lower: 39.3% vs 43%

If acrylic staple fiber variant

Acrylic staple (not filament) for yarn production goes to Chapter 55.

5403.33.00Higher: 43.8% vs 43%

If artificial filament (e.g., viscose rayon)

Artificial (regenerated) filaments use heading 5403, not synthetic of 5402.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct yarn twist testing per ASTM standards to substantiate <5 turns/m claim during customs review

Use commercial invoices specifying 'bulk industrial yarn' to differentiate from retail packaging

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; declare accurate denier/decitex conversions for accurate duty calculation