Viscose Rayon Multifilament Yarn 40 Denier

Single artificial multifilament yarn made from viscose rayon, with less than 5 turns per meter twist, used in weaving apparel fabrics. Classified under HTS 5403.39.90.20 as artificial filament yarn (not sewing thread), not retail packaged, single yarn, low twist multifilament under 67 decitex. Excludes higher twist or retail put-up yarns.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

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

5403.49.90Lower: 42.5% vs 43%

If twist exceeds 5 turns per meter

Higher twist multifilament yarns shift to 'Other' subheading within 5403.39, as low-twist specific provision no longer applies.

5504.10.00Lower: 21.8% vs 43%

If processed into artificial filament tow

Chapter notes exclude 5402/5403 for filament tow of Chapter 55; tow is untwisted bundles, not classified as yarn.

5401Lower: 21.4% vs 43%

If put up for retail sale

Retail-packaged artificial yarn moves to Chapter 54 sewing thread or retail headings, excluding 'not put up for retail sale' provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify yarn twist does not exceed 5 turns/meter via lab testing to avoid reclassification; provide mill certificates confirming viscose composition and denier under 67 dtex; declare as bulk industrial yarn, not retail packaged to prevent Chapter 55 shifts

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