Flame-Retardant Modacrylic Cabled Yarn from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include flame retardancy certifications; test for modacrylic ratio
• Watch for reclassification if blended below threshold