Modacrylic-Cotton Fire-Resistant Yarn from Germany
A specialized yarn blending modacrylic staple fibers mainly with cotton, designed for fire-retardant fabrics in uniforms and protective clothing. Classified under HTS 5509.62.00.00 due to modacrylic content and cotton mixture exceeding 50%, supplied in bulk cones for industrial weaving. It meets flame-resistant standards while remaining soft.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
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
• Provide flame-retardancy test reports and exact blend ratios to customs for verification
• Ensure yarn is on large cones or beams, not retail packaging, to stay in non-retail HTS
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; declare full commercial value including FR treatments