Polyester-Lyocell Single Yarn 35s from China

Single yarn blending polyester staple fibers mainly with lyocell (artificial cellulose) staple for sustainable apparel yarns. HTS 5509.99.20.00 covers this as synthetic staple yarn mixed chiefly with artificial staple, bulk for mills. Used in eco-friendly t-shirts and bedding.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Document lyocell as artificial fiber (regenerated cellulose) vs. natural to justify mix classification

Use cone or beam packaging only; avoid hank form if it implies retail

Pre-verify with customs via binding ruling for novel fiber blends like lyocell