High-Tenacity Polyester 20s/3 Cabled Yarn
A cabled yarn constructed from three plies of high-tenacity polyester staple fibers (85%+), yarn count 20s, supplied in bulk for industrial use. Classified in HTS 5509.22.00.90 due to its multiple (cabled) structure and polyester dominance, ideal for tire cords and conveyor belts.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not multiple but single high-tenacity yarn
Absence of folding or cabling moves it to the single yarn subheading 5509.21.
If put up for retail sale in small quantities
Retail packaging shifts classification to twine, cordage, or similar under Chapter 56.
If synthetic staple fibers, not yet spun into yarn
Unspun staple fibers are in Chapter 55 heading 5503, prior to yarn production.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide mill certificates confirming high-tenacity properties and fiber composition; declare exact ply count to prevent reclassification
• Avoid common error of declaring as sewing thread under Chapter 52
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