Modacrylic-Viscose Folded Yarn for Upholstery Fabrics from Japan
Folded multiple yarn (607) composed mainly of modacrylic staple fibers blended with artificial viscose staple fibers, intended for weaving upholstery textiles. Classified under HTS 5509.69.40.00 due to its cabled construction and industrial bulk packaging not for retail. The blend offers flame-retardant properties suitable for furniture fabrics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed yarn twist specs and fiber blend percentages in commercial invoice to substantiate 5509 classification
• Ensure supplier certifies yarn exceeds industrial thresholds to prevent retail yarn misclassification