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Viscose Staple Single Yarn 40/1 from Japan

Fine single yarn composed of 90% viscose staple fibers (regenerated cellulose classified as synthetic), ideal for apparel shirting fabrics. HTS 5509.41.00.90 applies as it meets the 85%+ synthetic staple threshold, single yarn form, and not retail packaged. Supplied in large cones for shuttleless looms.

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

• Confirm viscose as synthetic staple via chemical analysis; avoid combining with natural fibers over 15%; provide twist multiplier data to Customs for verification