80% Polyester 20% Cotton Retail Yarn Skein from China
This yarn skein is composed of 80% synthetic staple polyester fibers and 20% cotton, wound into a 100g ball for retail sale in craft stores. It falls under HTS 5511.20.00.00 because it is yarn of synthetic staple fibers containing less than 85% by weight of such fibers, explicitly put up for retail sale. Commonly used for knitting scarves or home decor projects.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing as blends near 85% threshold may require reclassification
• Include retail packaging photos and weight declarations to prove 'put up for retail sale' status
• Avoid bulk spools; ensure individual consumer packaging to prevent shift to Chapter 55 heading 5516