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Poly-Cotton Slub Yarn 42s for Fashion Fabrics from Japan

Slub-effect yarn from polyester staple chiefly with cotton, 42s count (≤52 nm), creating textured effects in fashion blouses. HTS 5509.53.0030 for synthetic staple yarn, cotton mix, industrial supply. Adds visual interest to woven apparel.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Describe slub variation in invoices; fiber analysis mandatory

• Avoid declaring as novelty yarn under other chapters without proof