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30S Viscose Staple Yarn Single Ply from Japan

A medium-count single-ply yarn from viscose staple fibers, ideal for knitting and weaving shirting fabrics. Classified under HTS 5510.90.60.00 as other yarn of artificial staple fibers, not for retail, due to its single construction and bulk packaging. Used in dress shirts and linings.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Label packages clearly as 'single ply artificial staple yarn' to distinguish from cabled types

Include supplier affidavits confirming not put up for retail sale (e.g

over 5kg cones)

Watch for blending with cotton; over 25% cotton shifts to Chapter 52 yarn headings