Polyester 300D/96F Cabled Yarn

A high-tenacity cabled polyester yarn of 300 denier with 96 filaments, used in manufacturing seatbelts and ropes. Classified under HTS 5402.62.00.00 due to its polyester composition and cabled structure, excluding retail packaging.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+35.0%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5402.61.00.00Same rate: 42.5%

If multiple but not cabled, or lower twist

5402.61 covers other multiple polyester yarns; cabling implies higher complexity but both under 'multiple (folded) or cabled'—inspect twist specs.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 42.5%

If woven into fabric rather than bulk yarn

Once processed into woven polyester fabric, it shifts from yarn (Chapter 54 headings 5401-5406) to fabrics (5407+).

5504.10.00.00Lower: 21.8% vs 42.5%

If for industrial polyester staple fibers, not filament

If cut into staple lengths instead of continuous filament, classifies as synthetic staple fibers under Chapter 55.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for cabling (multiple plies twisted together) as customs may require lab analysis for single vs. multiple verification

Label shipments clearly as industrial yarn to differentiate from retail sewing thread under 5402.41

Check for anti-dumping duties on polyester yarn from specific countries like China or India