Z-Twist Polyester Folded Yarn for Weaving from Germany
Multiple (folded) polyester staple fiber yarn with a final Z twist, containing over 85% polyester, used primarily in shuttleless looms for fabric production. This yarn falls under HTS 5509.22.0010 due to its folded construction, Z twist direction, and statistical suffix 200 specifying the twist metric. Not intended for retail sale, it's supplied in industrial cones for textile mills.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify twist direction and metric (Z twist 200) via lab testing to confirm statistical suffix eligibility and avoid reclassification
• Provide mill certificates showing 85%+ polyester staple fiber content and folded construction for CBP review
• Ensure yarn is not put up for retail (e.g
• no consumer packaging) to prevent shift to Chapter 55 retail headings