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High Tenacity Viscose Rayon Cabled Yarn 1200 Denier from Japan

This is a multiple or cabled high tenacity yarn made from viscose rayon artificial filaments, with a total denier of 1200, used primarily in industrial tire cord production. It falls under HTS 5403.10.60.00 because it is artificial filament yarn (not sewing thread), not for retail sale, high tenacity viscose rayon, and specifically multiple (folded) or cabled construction. The cabled structure enhances strength for reinforcement applications.

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

• Verify high tenacity certification and exact denier measurement per strand to confirm classification under 5403.10.60.00, avoiding misclassification as single yarn

• Provide mill test certificates documenting viscose rayon composition and cabling process; common pitfall is incomplete yarn twist documentation

• Declare as industrial yarn not for retail; bulk packaging helps avoid scrutiny under retail put-up rules