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High-Twist Polyamide Filament for Hosiery

Single high-twist (>50 turns/m) polyamide filament yarn designed for circular knitting in hosiery production. Under HTS 5402.51.00.00 as nylon/polyamide synthetic yarn not for retail sale.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.8%+35.0%43.8%
🇲🇽Mexico8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇨🇦Canada8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇩🇪Germany8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇯🇵Japan8.8%+10.0%18.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5402.34Lower: 18% vs 43.8%

If low twist for hosiery

Hosiery nylon yarns ≤50 turns/m under 5402.34.

6115Lower: 19.9% vs 43.8%

If knitted into hosiery panty hose

Fully made-up knitted hosiery from polyamide shifts to Chapter 61.

5402Same rate: 43.8%

If polyester-based for hosiery

Synthetic polyester high-twist single for hosiery in 5402.43.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• End-use statements for hosiery knitting help distinguish from upholstery yarns

• Ensure denier uniformity certification to match statistical note requirements

• Avoid bundling with finished hosiery to prevent set classification issues

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