30/2 Plied Viscose Staple Fiber Yarn from Canada
Folded yarn made by plying two 30s viscose staple fiber singles, ideal for apparel linings and lightweight woven fabrics. It qualifies for HTS 5510.12.00.00 as multiple (folded) yarn with over 85% artificial staple fibers (viscose rayon), not for retail, providing smooth texture and dyeability. Commonly used in shirt linings and dress fabrics.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Submit fiber content analysis reports specifying viscose as artificial staple fiber to meet 85% threshold
• Document end-use as industrial weaving to differentiate from retail sewing thread in Chapter 52
• Avoid mixing with natural fibers exceeding 15% to prevent reclassification under mixed fiber headings