Polyester-Modal Folded Sewing Yarn from Japan
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.
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
• 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