Polyester-Cotton Open-End Yarn 20/1
Open-end spun yarn blending 65% polyester staple with 35% cotton, in 20/1 Ne count, wound on cones for high-speed weaving machines. Classified under HTS 5509.53.00 for polyester staple yarn mixed mainly with cotton, not for retail. Ideal for denim and workwear fabrics due to durability.
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If acrylic staple fibers instead of polyester
Yarn of acrylic or modacrylic staple mixed with cotton uses 5506.30.00, as classification follows the primary synthetic fiber type.
If combed cotton with minimal polyester
Combed cotton yarn with incidental polyester may classify under 5206 if cotton exceeds 85% and meets purity standards.
If mixed with other textile fibers besides cotton
Mixtures with wool, silk, or other non-cotton fibers shift to 5509.59.00 for polyester staple yarn with other blends.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact blend ratio and spinning method (e.g
• open-end) to comply with statistical reporting suffixes under 5509
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing based on weight; duties apply per kilogram regardless of yarn fineness
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'not for retail sale' to differentiate from consumer-packaged yarn
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