Acrylic 3-Fold Industrial Plied Yarn from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit yarn count and ply diagrams for customs; label cones clearly as industrial use
• Pitfall: incorrect weight declaration leading to fabric misclassification