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Polypropylene 60D High Twist Yarn from Japan

Polypropylene synthetic filament yarn, 60 denier single, 100 turns/m twist, for geotextile weaving. HTS 5402.59.0100 covers this as other high-twist single synthetic yarn under 67 decitex, bulk packed. Excludes flat fabrics or retail.

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 denier-to-decitex conversion charts for customs; ensure <67 dtex certification

• Avoid combining with natural fibers to prevent blended yarn reclassification

• Label cones clearly as industrial yarn to evade retail sale scrutiny