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Polyester 20 Denier High-Twist Sewing Alternative Yarn from Japan

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 — 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

• 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