High-Twist Polypropylene Industrial Weaving Yarn from Japan
Single polypropylene yarn exceeding 50 turns/m twist, designed for power looms in geotextile production. Falls under HTS 5402.53.00.00 for non-retail synthetic single yarns of polypropylene. Meets statistical notes for twist specification excluding flat/low-twist fabrics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include denier and twist certifications; U.S
• Customs often audits high-twist claims against 5402.52 low-twist
• Label cones clearly as 'not for retail sale' to dodge higher consumer goods duties
• Check for multiple/cabled yarns which could shift to different yarn subheadings