What types of cotton yarn are covered under HS-6 520512?

HS-6 520512 covers single cotton yarn made from uncombed fibers, containing 85% or more cotton by weight, and not intended for retail sale.

What is the significance of the decitex range in HS-6 520512?

The decitex range indicates the thickness of the yarn. HS-6 520512 applies to yarn with a decitex of less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56.

How do I ensure my product qualifies for HS-6 520512?

To qualify for HS-6 520512, your product must contain at least 85% cotton by weight, be made from uncombed fibers, and be in the specified decitex range.

Is HS-6 520512 used for retail products?

No, HS-6 520512 is specifically for cotton yarn that is not put up for retail sale, intended for industrial or manufacturing purposes.

What are some common uses for yarn classified under HS-6 520512?

Common uses include manufacturing fabrics for clothing, upholstery, and other textile products where bulk cotton yarn is required.

Can I import cotton yarn under HS-6 520512 for personal use?

HS-6 520512 is intended for commercial use, so if you are importing for personal use, you may need to consider other classifications.

HS-6 520512: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 520512 when importing or exporting cotton yarn that contains 85% or more cotton by weight and is not intended for retail sale. For example, this code applies to bulk shipments of single cotton yarn used in textile manufacturing, where the yarn is made from uncombed fibers and falls within specific decitex ranges.

This code is distinct from HS-6 520511, which covers similar cotton yarn but specifically for sewing thread. While both codes deal with cotton yarn, 520512 focuses on yarn not intended for sewing, emphasizing its use in broader textile applications.

The HS-4 heading 5205 narrows down the classification to cotton yarns, excluding those specifically packaged for retail. This means that if you are dealing with cotton yarn in larger quantities for industrial use, 520512 is likely the correct choice.

When considering HS-6 520512, ensure that your product meets the weight and fiber requirements, specifically being single yarn made from uncombed fibers and within the specified decitex range of less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.

cotton yarn classification · HS code 520512 · bulk cotton yarn · uncombed cotton fibers · textile manufacturing yarn · non-retail cotton yarn · cotton yarn decitex · industrial yarn supply · yarn for weaving · cotton content yarn · single cotton yarn · yarn for upholstery · cotton yarn applications · textile industry yarn · cotton yarn specifications

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Bulk shipment of single cotton yarn for weaving, 85% cotton content.
Cotton yarn used in the production of denim fabric, not packaged for retail.
Industrial cotton yarn supplied to a textile mill, exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number.
Cotton yarn for knitting applications, sold in large spools, containing 85% cotton.
Yarn used in upholstery fabric manufacturing, meeting the uncombed fiber requirement.
Cotton yarn for making non-retail products like towels or sheets, 85% cotton.
Raw cotton yarn supplied to garment manufacturers, not intended for direct consumer sale.