Acrylic 2-Ply Folded Yarn
This is a multiple (folded) yarn made from 85% or more acrylic staple fibers, twisted from two single yarns into a plied structure, not intended for retail sale. It falls under HTS 5509.32.00.00 due to its composition exceeding 85% acrylic and being classified as multiple (folded) yarn per Chapter 55 notes. Primarily used in industrial weaving or knitting processes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not plied or folded
Single yarns, even of 85%+ acrylic staple fibers, fall under the single yarn subheading instead of multiple (folded) or cabled.
If put up for retail sale
Yarns packaged for consumer retail, like in skeins under 1kg, shift to Chapter 55 heading for retail-packaged synthetic yarns.
If used in hop sacks or carpet
Specific end-use yarns for hop sacks, bags, or carpets of acrylic staple fibers are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm 85%+ acrylic threshold; provide mill certificates for yarn construction
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as single yarn under 5509.31
Related Products under HTS 5509.32.00.00
Modacrylic Cabled Bulky Yarn
A cabled yarn constructed by twisting two folded acrylic-modacrylic strands, containing over 85% modacrylic staple fibers, supplied in industrial cones. Classified under HTS 5509.32.00.00 for its multiple (cabled) structure and high modacrylic content as defined in Chapter 55. Ideal for heavy-duty upholstery or carpet manufacturing.
Acrylic 3-Fold Industrial Plied Yarn
Three single acrylic staple yarns (90% acrylic content) folded and plied together for strength, not for retail, in large cones for weaving mills. Meets HTS 5509.32.00.00 criteria as multiple (folded) yarn of 85%+ acrylic staple fibers per statistical notes. Used in production of blankets and outerwear fabrics.
Flame-Retardant Modacrylic Cabled Yarn
Cabled yarn from modacrylic staple fibers (95% content) designed for fire-resistant fabrics, multiple folded structure, bulk industrial packaging. HTS 5509.32.00.00 applies due to cabling and exceeding 85% modacrylic per Chapter 55 definitions. Common in protective workwear and aircraft textiles.
Acrylic Bulky Folded Yarn for Knitting
Folded two-ply yarn of 88% acrylic staple fibers, coarse count for bulky knits, supplied on industrial beams not for retail. Fits HTS 5509.32.00.00 as multiple (folded) yarn meeting the 85% acrylic threshold in Chapter 55 notes. Used by mills for sweater and blanket production.
Heavy-Duty Acrylic Plied Yarn
Multiple plied yarn from 92% acrylic staple, high tenacity for industrial ropes or heavy fabrics, not retail packed. HTS 5509.32.00.00 covers its folded construction and acrylic dominance per statistical definitions. Applied in tarpaulin and awning manufacturing.
Modacrylic 4-Strand Cabled Yarn
Four-strand cabled yarn of 87% modacrylic staple fibers, robust for technical textiles, industrial spools. Qualifies under HTS 5509.32.00.00 for cabled multiple yarn of qualifying fibers. Used in filtration and conveyor belting.