Polyester-Modal Folded Sewing Yarn
Folded multiple yarn of polyester staple chiefly with modal artificial staple fibers, stronger than singles for heavy sewing. Under HTS 5509.51.60.00 as non-retail cabled synthetic yarn, though not sewing thread.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If single yarn textured type
Textured single construction classifies separately from smooth cabled.
If elastomeric synthetic staple
Stretch components trigger elastomeric yarn headings in Chapter 54.
If used in wool fabric weaving
Specific wool fabric incorporation may invoke different yarn stats.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish from sewing thread (Ch. 52/55) by declaring weaving/industrial end-use
• Lab certification of no retail put-up prevents reclassification
• Track yarn diameter >1mm typical for this multiple yarn category
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Polyester-Cotton Folded Yarn for Weaving
Multiple folded yarn made primarily from polyester staple fibers mixed with cotton artificial staple fibers, containing at least two singles yarns twisted together. Classified under HTS 5509.51.60.00 due to its cabled construction from synthetic staple fibers not intended for retail sale. Used in industrial weaving for durable fabrics.
Polyester-Viscose Cabled Yarn 20s Ne
Cabled yarn of polyester staple fibers chiefly mixed with viscose rayon artificial staple fibers, plied from two 20s Ne singles for strength. Falls under HTS 5509.51.60.00 as multiple yarn of synthetic staples not for retail, ideal for upholstery fabrics.
Industrial Polyester-Acrylic Plied Yarn
Folded plied yarn primarily polyester staple blended with acrylic artificial staple fibers, designed for carpet backing production. HTS 5509.51.60.00 applies to this non-retail cabled synthetic staple yarn with multiple strands.
Polyester-Rayon Multiple Yarn for Denim
Multiple folded yarn of polyester staple fibers mixed chiefly with rayon artificial staples, used in denim shirting weaves. Classified HTS 5509.51.60.00 for cabled synthetic staple yarns not put up retail.
Heavy Duty Polyester-Viscose Cabled Yarn
Cabled yarn from coarse polyester staple fibers mainly mixed with viscose artificial staples for canvas production. HTS 5509.51.60.00 covers this multiple yarn form of synthetic staples for industrial textile processing.
Polyester-Lyocell Cabled Weaving Yarn
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.