Rayon Macrame Cord Yarn from Japan
200-denier artificial rayon filament yarn wound into retail balls for macrame and decorative knotting crafts. Falls under HTS 5406.00.20.00 as retail-packed artificial filament yarn, not processed into cordage. Popular in home decor DIY kits.
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
• Include hang tags showing retail pricing under $5/unit to avoid bulk yarn scrutiny
• Ensure no cabled yarns; statistical notes exclude multiples from certain definitions
• Declare as 'craft yarn' not 'cord' to prevent shift to Chapter 56