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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%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5108.10Lower: 14% vs 47%

If yarn is solely fine animal hair

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

5509.91.00Same rate: 47%

If same code but different animal hair type

Applies broadly; alpaca would still fit here unless pure.

6006.10.00Lower: 45% vs 47%

If knitted into fabric

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

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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