100% Polyester Single Yarn 30/1 Ne from Japan
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.
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
• 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