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Polyester/Viscose Blend Staple Yarn from Japan

85% polyester 15% viscose staple blended yarn, plied for apparel. Under HTS 5509.59.00.00 as predominantly polyester staple yarn, not retail. Used in blended broadcloth.

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

Lab tests for ≥85% polyester to hold 5509 classification

Blend ratios on commercial invoice mandatory

Watch for man-made fiber quotas

Polyester/Viscose Blend Staple Yarn from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5509.59.00.00