Modacrylic-Wool Fire-Resistant Yarn from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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