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Polyester-Lyocell Cabled Weaving Yarn from Japan

Cabled yarn blending polyester staple fibers mainly with lyocell (Tencel) artificial staple for eco-friendly shirting. HTS 5509.51.60.00 for multiple synthetic staple yarn not retail packaged.

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

• Specify artificial staple origin (e.g

• viscose, lyocell) in docs for binder verification

• Bulk industrial cones (10kg+) confirm non-retail to avoid higher duties

• Monitor for voluntary restraints on polyester yarn imports from key countries