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Polyester 20s/3 Folded Industrial Yarn from China

Heavy-duty 20s/3 folded polyester staple yarn (≥85% poly), used for weaving industrial filter cloths or conveyor belts. HTS 5509.42.00.90 applies to this multiple folded synthetic yarn not intended for retail sale. Folded ply provides strength for demanding applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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

• Include average yarn number certification matching statistical notes for Chapter 55

• Declare exact ply count (e.g

• 3-fold) to distinguish from single or 2-ply

• Watch for end-use declarations; industrial vs apparel can trigger reviews

Polyester 20s/3 Folded Industrial Yarn from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5509.42.00.90