40/2 Polyester-Cotton Plied Yarn for Denim

Plied yarn (40s single yarns twisted 2-ply) from polyester staple mainly mixed with cotton, metric count ≤52 nm, designed for warp in denim weaving. HTS 5509.53.0030 applies as it's multiple-fold yarn of synthetic staple with cotton, industrial use only. Provides strength for heavy-duty jeans production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13.2%+35.0%48.2%
🇲🇽Mexico13.2%+10.0%23.2%
🇨🇦Canada13.2%+10.0%23.2%
🇩🇪Germany13.2%+10.0%23.2%
🇯🇵Japan13.2%+10.0%23.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5509.53.00Same rate: 48.2%

If yarn number exceeds 52 nm (finer than specified)

5509.53 splits by fineness at 52 nm; finer plied yarns go to the other statistical suffix.

5207.90.00.00Lower: 40% vs 48.2%

If sold as set with cotton-only yarn for matching fabrics

Yarn sets for retail or specific fabric production may classify under cotton yarn if cotton predominant.

5402.33Lower: 18% vs 48.2%

If made from polyester filament rather than staple fibers

Filament-based plied yarns fall under Chapter 54, changing from staple yarn classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document ply construction and total yarn number for customs; test for cotton content >50%

Pitfall: plied yarns sometimes misdeclared as singles, affecting Chapter 55 subheading

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