Folded Polyester-Rayon Industrial Yarn 40/3 from Japan
Three-ply folded yarn from 40s count polyester-rayon staple fibers (70% polyester, 30% rayon), designed for heavy-duty weaving in workwear fabrics. HTS 5510.90.40.00 applies as it's multiple (cabled) yarn primarily of synthetic staple fibers, supplied in large industrial cones.
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
• Submit yarn twist test reports to CBP if challenged on 'multiple' vs single yarn classification
• Label shipments clearly as 'not for retail sale' with industrial end-use declarations