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Polyester 20 Denier High-Twist Sewing Alternative Yarn from Germany

Ultra-fine polyester multifilament yarn, 20 denier, twisted at 15 turns/m, single under 67 decitex, industrial bulk. Under HTS 5402.49.91.80 for other twisted multifilaments (606). Used in fine weaving despite sewing-like fineness.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Document non-sewing thread use (e.g

for weaving) to stay out of 5402.41 retail sewing provisions

Test for exact twist >5 turns/m; low twist risks 5402.46 reclassification