Modacrylic-Wool Fire-Resistant Yarn
A specialized yarn blending 70% modacrylic staple fibers with 30% fine animal hair for fire-retardant fabrics in uniforms. Classified under HTS 5509.61.00.00 due to modacrylic base mixed solely with wool. Ideal for industrial protective clothing production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into high-tenacity or textured plied yarns
Specialized plied or textured yarns may shift to Chapter 56 as made-up textile articles.
If wool predominates and used in woven fabric production
Fabric woven from high-wool yarns classified by wool in Chapter 51.
If mixed solely with cotton instead of animal hair
Cotton-mixed acrylic yarns go to separate subheading 5509.21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include flame retardancy test reports to support end-use claims without reclassification
• Ensure invoices specify 'not for retail sale' and list exact percentages of modacrylic and wool
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; declare based on industrial bulk pricing
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