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Viscose Sewing-Free Industrial Yarn 9 TPM from Germany

Industrial viscose multifilament yarn at 9 turns per meter twist, explicitly not sewing thread, single yarn <67 decitex. Classified under HTS 5403.39.90.40 for artificial high-twist yarn in bulk form. Essential for weaving mills producing shirting fabrics.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Explicitly note 'not sewing thread' in commercial invoice with twist specs

Batch test for decitex compliance (<67) using ASTM standards

Bundle in 10+ kg master cones for clear industrial intent