Modacrylic High-Bulk Yarn

High-bulk modacrylic staple yarn crimped for insulating fill in protective gear. Under HTS 5509.69.60.00 as other yarn of modacrylic staple fibers for bulk industrial supply. Used in firefighters' hoods and cold-weather apparel production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China13.2%+35.0%48.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico13.2%+10.0%23.2%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada13.2%+10.0%23.2%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany13.2%+10.0%23.2%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan13.2%+10.0%23.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5509.69Same rate: 48.2%

If for retail sale

Retail other acrylic/modacrylic yarn is 5509.69.50.

5112.19Lower: 35% vs 48.2%

If woven into wool-blend fabrics

Woven fabrics with wool and acrylic are Chapter 51.

5506.20.00.00Lower: 40.7% vs 48.2%

If modacrylic but artificial classification

If deemed artificial staple, moves to 5506 despite modacrylic properties.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document crimp percentage and bulk factor for insulation claims

β€’ Comply with NFPA standards documentation for modacrylic safety yarns

β€’ Avoid small package counts that trigger retail sale provisions

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