Polyester-Cotton Open-End Spinning Yarn 607 from China
This yarn is made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, exceeding 52 nm (607) in metric number, suitable for weaving lightweight fabrics. It falls under HTS 5509.53.00.60 as synthetic staple fiber yarn not for retail sale, specifically polyester-cotton blends with fine yarn count. Commonly used in apparel and home textiles for its strength and breathability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50.7%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content ratio via lab tests to confirm 'mainly with cotton'; provide mill certificates for yarn number and twist
• Watch for misclassification as sewing thread if put up in consumer packaging