Polyester 30/1 Single Staple Yarn from China
This is a single yarn made from 100% polyester staple fibers, with a yarn number of 30/1, used primarily in weaving machines for fabric production. It falls under HTS 5509.41.00.90 as it contains over 85% synthetic staple fibers, is single yarn, and not intended for retail sale. The yarn is unbleached and suitable for industrial textile manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify staple fiber content exceeds 85% via lab testing to avoid reclassification; ensure supplier provides mill certificates for yarn number and twist; declare as industrial yarn, not sewing thread, to prevent duty shifts