Acrylic-Viscose Blend Single Yarn 20s from Japan
Single yarn of acrylic synthetic staple fibers blended chiefly with viscose artificial staple fibers, intended for knitting machines in textile mills. Falls under HTS 5509.99.20.00 due to synthetic staple base mixed mainly with artificial fibers, single construction, not for retail. Used in sweater and blanket production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'single yarn' with twist specifications to distinguish from plied yarns under different subheadings
• Include supplier affidavits confirming not put up for retail sale to comply with Chapter 55 exclusions
• Watch for common pitfall of incorrect yarn numbering declaration, which can trigger audits