100% Polyester Single Yarn 30/1 Ne
This is a single yarn made from 100% polyester staple fibers, with a yarn number of 30/1 Ne (English cotton count), containing no twists or plies. It falls under HTS 5509.21.00.00 as it is unplied yarn of synthetic staple fibers with 85% or more polyester, not intended for retail sale. Primarily used in weaving mills for fabric production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing <85% polyester
Yarn with less than 85% polyester staple fibers shifts to the multiple or mixed synthetic yarn subheading.
If put up for retail sale
Yarn packaged in small quantities for consumer sale (e.g., craft stores) moves to retail put-up category.
If made from continuous filament
Polyester filament yarn (not staple fiber) is classified under Chapter 54 for synthetic filament yarns.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify yarn composition via lab tests to confirm >=85% polyester staple fibers for accurate classification
• Provide mill certificates documenting single yarn construction and non-retail packaging to avoid misclassification as sewing thread
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect yarn numbering declaration, which can trigger audits
Related Products under HTS 5509.21.00.00
Polyester Staple Single Yarn 20/1 Ne
Coarse single yarn from polyester staple fibers, 20/1 Ne count, used for industrial weaving of upholstery fabrics. Classified under 5509.21.00.00 due to its single construction, high polyester content (>=85%), and bulk packaging for non-retail use.
High-Tenacity Polyester Single Yarn 40/1
Single yarn with high-tenacity polyester staple fibers, 40/1 count, for tire cord and conveyor belt fabrics. HTS 5509.21.00.00 applies as it's >=85% polyester staple, single, and supplied in cones for industrial processing.
Polyester Single Yarn for Sheeting 50/1 Ne
Fine single yarn of 100% polyester staple fibers, 50/1 Ne, designed for plain weave sheeting fabrics per Chapter 55 notes. Falls under 5509.21.00.00 for its composition and single construction, not for retail.
Recycled Polyester Single Yarn 25/1 Ne
Single yarn from recycled polyester staple fibers (rPET), 25/1 Ne count, >=85% polyester equivalent. HTS 5509.21.00.00 covers it as staple fiber yarn regardless of recycled origin, supplied for bulk textile production.
Polyester Single Yarn for Poplin Weave
Single polyester staple yarn meeting poplin/broadcloth specs (plain weave, not square), for apparel fabrics. Under 5509.21.00.00 as >=85% polyester single yarn, not retail put-up.
Industrial Polyester Single Yarn 15/1 Ne
Heavy single yarn 15/1 Ne from polyester staple for canvas and industrial fabrics. Classed in 5509.21.00.00 for single, high-polyester content, bulk industrial supply.