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Polyester-Polyamide Single Yarn 30s/2 from Japan

This single yarn, primarily composed of polyester staple fibers mixed with artificial polyamide staple fibers, has an average yarn number around 30 and is not intended for retail sale. It falls under HTS 5509.51.30.00 as it meets the criteria for single yarn (607) of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with artificial staple fibers. Commonly used in industrial weaving for upholstery fabrics.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify exact fiber composition via lab testing to confirm polyester is the main component and artificial fibers like viscose or acetate are secondary

Provide mill certificates documenting yarn number and single yarn structure to avoid misclassification as plied yarn

Ensure yarn is not packaged for retail (e.g

no consumer labels) to prevent reclassification under retail headings