Polyester-Viscose Cabled Yarn 20s Ne from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

45.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Declare exact twist per meter and ply count in entry docs to substantiate 'multiple or cabled' status

Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing based on weight; duties apply per kg regardless

Use industrial labeling only; consumer packaging triggers retail yarn headings