40/2 Polyester-Cotton Plied Yarn for Denim from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

23.2%

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

Import Tips

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

40/2 Polyester-Cotton Plied Yarn for Denim from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5509.53.00.30