Modal-Cotton Semi-Synthetic Blend Yarn from Germany
High-wet-modulus modal (regenerated cellulose) staple yarn mixed 40/60 with cotton for soft bedding fabrics. HTS 5509.92.00.00 covers this as synthetic-like staple fiber yarn mixed mainly with cotton (modal treated as synthetic per tariff), not for retail. Provides silky drape and moisture wicking.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm modal as 'synthetic' via chemical composition; not artificial fiber
• Reference AATCC test methods for fiber ID in disputes
• Avoid confusion with artificial staple (5504) by providing production process docs