Flame-Retardant Modacrylic Cabled Yarn from Japan
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 — 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
• Include flame retardancy certifications; test for modacrylic ratio
• Watch for reclassification if blended below threshold