Fine Poly-Cotton Yarn 60/1 Mercerized from Japan
Ultra-fine 60/1 Ne yarn of 50% polyester staple and 50% cotton, mercerized for luster in voiles. Under HTS 5509.53.00 as bulk polyester staple cotton mix yarn. Used in lightweight summer apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Mercerization doesn't change HTS but document chemical treatments to avoid Chapter 59 coating claims
• Fine counts require precise count declarations; variances lead to penalties
• Source from certified mills to meet REACH or CPSIA chemical residue standards