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Caprolactam Nylon Single Yarn 20/1 from Germany

Single yarn produced from caprolactam-based nylon staple fibers exceeding 85% polyamide, bulk packed for weaving mills. Used primarily in durable workwear fabrics. Correctly classified in 5509.11.00.00 as other synthetic staple single yarn of polyamides.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Test for exact polyamide percentage to avoid duty rate discrepancies

• Declare yarn denier and staple length in entry documentation

• Beware of valuation issues with related-party transactions in yarn imports