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Industrial Polyester 25s/4 Cabled Yarn from Japan

Four-ply cabled yarn from polyester staple fibers (over 85%), 25s count, for heavy-duty industrial applications like ropes and nets. HTS 5509.22.00.90 applies to this non-retail multiple yarn, excluding sewing thread.

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

• Conduct fiber content analysis if blended traces suspected; declare as 'cabled' not 'twisted' for precision

• Common issue: undervaluation leading to anti-dumping scrutiny