Modal Multiple Yarn 140/2 Industrial from Japan
140/2 multiple modal yarn (high-tenacity artificial filament), >67 decitex, for knitting machines, not retail. Under HTS 5403.49.90.00 as other folded artificial yarn. Applied in activewear and intimate apparel manufacturing.
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
• Lab certify modal as artificial (regenerated cellulose) vs. synthetic to secure correct chapter
• Invoice must state 'not put up for retail sale' per HTS terms
• Monitor for minimum twist requirements per chapter statistical notes