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Modal Staple Fiber Single Yarn 40/1 from Japan

High-tenacity single yarn from 100% modal staple fibers (rayon variant), 40/1 count, for apparel and upholstery fabrics. Bulk packaged for mills, exceeding 85% artificial staple fiber content. HTS 5510.11.00.00 applies to this non-retail single yarn of artificial filaments.

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

Conduct fiber identification tests for modal vs. other rayons; include yarn twist and strength specs in entry docs

Pitfall: classifying finer yarns as sewing thread without retail exclusion proof

Modal Staple Fiber Single Yarn 40/1 from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5510.11.00.00