Polyester 50 Denier Multifilament Yarn

This is a single, untwisted polyester multifilament yarn with a twist of 5-20 turns per meter, featuring 50 denier thickness and less than 67 decitex, not packaged for retail sale. It falls under HTS 5402.49.91.80 as synthetic filament yarn, multifilament with twist of 5 turns or more per meter, used primarily in industrial textile weaving. The yarn meets the statistical requirements for 'other' category 606 in subheading 91.80.

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.

5402.46.00.00Higher: 43.8% vs 43%

If twist is zero or less than 5 turns per meter

Lower twist multifilament yarn shifts to the untwisted or low-twist category under 5402.46, changing the specific statistical suffix.

5503.20.00Lower: 39.3% vs 43%

If processed into synthetic filament tow

Filament tow from synthetic yarns falls under Chapter 55 heading 5503, distinct from continuous filament yarn in Chapter 54 per chapter notes.

5402.59.01.00Same rate: 43%

If multiple (plied) yarns rather than single

Plied or textured multifilament yarns classify under 5402.59, separating from single yarn provisions in 5402.49.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify yarn denier, twist (5+ turns/m), and decitex (<67) via lab testing to confirm HTS 5402.49.91.80 classification and avoid reclassification

Provide manufacturer's twist certification and yarn composition invoice; ensure not labeled for retail to prevent shifting to Chapter 55