PP High-Twist Single Yarn for Geotextile Production from Japan
Polypropylene single yarn with twist over 50 turns/m, optimized for non-woven geotextile machinery. Classified in HTS 5402.53.00.00 as qualifying synthetic filament yarn not for retail, specifically polypropylene type. Adheres to chapter exclusions for tow and sewing thread.
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
• Use ISO-certified labs for twist/decitex verification; common pitfall is mismeasurement leading to duty refunds
• Avoid mixing with polyester blends which trigger different Chapter 54 subheadings
• Bulk ship in master cartons; consumer packaging risks reclass to retail yarn categories