Caprolactam Nylon Single Yarn 20/1 from Japan
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 — 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
• 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