Modacrylic Cabled Bulky Yarn from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Document cabled construction with twist test reports; ensure not over 85% acrylic if modacrylic dominant
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as sewing thread under Chapter 54