Polypropylene Multifilament Low-Twist Yarn from Japan
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.
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
• 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