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Polyester-Cashmere Mixed Spinning Yarn

Synthetic polyester staple fibers blended chiefly with luxurious cashmere (fine goat hair) for high-end scarf yarn in spinning operations. Under HTS 5509.91.00.00 for non-retail synthetic staple yarn mixed mainly with fine animal hair. Provides premium drape and warmth.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+37.5%49.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%—12%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5108.10Lower: 16.5% vs 49.5%

If yarn is solely fine animal hair

Pure cashmere yarn is 5108; synthetic staple addition moves to Chapter 55.

5509.91.00Same rate: 49.5%

If same code but different animal hair type

Applies broadly; alpaca would still fit here unless pure.

6006.10.00Lower: 47.5% vs 49.5%

If knitted into fabric

Knitted fabrics from this yarn shift to Chapter 60, not yarn heading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Cashmere requires origin certificates; pair with synthetic content labs for full compliance

• Beware undervaluation penalties; declare luxury fiber premiums accurately

• Ensure no retail put-up like balls or hanks to maintain industrial yarn status