Polyester-Alpaca Blend Weaving Yarn from China
Yarn of polyester staple fibers mixed chiefly with alpaca fine animal hair, intended for weaving upholstery and apparel fabrics. HTS 5509.52.00.00 applies as polyester dominates the weight with alpaca as the main secondary fiber, in bulk industrial form. Provides luxury feel with enhanced strength.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Source verified alpaca fiber certificates to prove fine animal hair content during audits
• Declare average yarn number and ply accurately for statistical suffix reporting
• Watch for seasonal duty changes on textile yarns from key exporters like China or India