Cellulose Acetate Cabled Yarn 30/3 from Japan
Cabled cellulose acetate yarn in 30/3 configuration, where three strands are folded and further twisted, ideal for durable upholstery fabrics. Falls under HTS 5403.42.00.00 due to its artificial cellulose acetate base, cabled structure, and industrial bulk packaging excluding retail. Meets statistical notes for multiple yarns in chapter 54.
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
• Submit twist test reports (turns per meter) to prove cabled/multiple status per chapter 54 statistical note (b) on flat fabrics, avoiding single yarn misclassification
• Label shipments clearly as 'industrial cellulose acetate yarn, not for retail' to prevent chapter 55 reclassification