40/2 Polyester-Cotton Plied Yarn for Denim from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
23.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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