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30% Polyester 70% Cotton Carded Spun Yarn

This yarn is composed mainly of cotton (70%) blended with 30% artificial staple fibers like polyester, carded and spun for general textile use. It falls under HTS 5510.30.00.00 as yarn of artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, not intended for retail sale. Commonly used in weaving fabrics or knitting apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+35.0%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5207.10.00Lower: 35% vs 42.5%

If 85% or more cotton by weight

Yarns with 85%+ cotton content classify under Chapter 52 for cotton yarns, regardless of minor artificial fiber blends.

5509.12.00Higher: 45.6% vs 42.5%

If less than 50% cotton

Blends with artificial staple fibers over 50% shift to heading 5509, excluding those mixed mainly with cotton.

5516.41.00Higher: 49.9% vs 42.5%

If put up for retail sale

Yarn packaged in consumer-ready form (e.g., balls or skeins under 500g) moves to Chapter 55 woven fabric retail provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm cotton exceeds 50% for main classification; discrepancies can lead to reclassification

Provide mill certificates and yarn count details in documentation to avoid customs delays

Ensure yarn is not packaged for retail (e.g

no consumer spools) to prevent shifting to Chapter 55 retail headings

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