What types of products fall under HS-6 520514?

HS-6 520514 covers single cotton yarn made from uncombed fibers, containing 85% or more cotton, intended for industrial use and not packaged for retail sale.

How do I know if my cotton yarn fits HS-6 520514?

Check that your cotton yarn is single, made from uncombed fibers, contains at least 85% cotton by weight, and has a decitex between 125 and less than 192.31.

What is the importance of decitex in classification?

Decitex measures the linear density of the yarn. For HS-6 520514, it must be between 125 and less than 192.31 to qualify for this code.

Is HS-6 520514 applicable for retail sales?

No, HS-6 520514 is for cotton yarn not put up for retail sale. If your product is packaged for consumers, a different code should be used.

What should I provide when importing under HS-6 520514?

You should provide detailed product descriptions, weight specifications, and confirm that the yarn meets the cotton content requirements for this classification.

How does HS-6 520514 differ from other cotton yarn codes?

HS-6 520514 is specifically for uncombed cotton yarn with certain weight and fiber content, while other codes may cover different types of yarn or those intended for retail.

HS-6 520514: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 but not exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 520514 when importing or exporting cotton yarn that consists of 85% or more cotton by weight, specifically in a single form made from uncombed fibers. An example would be a shipment of 1,000 kilograms of cotton yarn intended for fabric production.

This code is distinct from HS-6 520512, which covers similar cotton yarn but with different fiber characteristics or retail packaging. If your cotton yarn is put up for retail sale, consider HS-6 520511 instead.

The classification under this heading narrows down to cotton yarn that is not sewing thread, specifically focusing on yarn that is not packaged for retail. This means it’s intended for manufacturers rather than end consumers.

When dealing with cotton yarn, be mindful of the weight specifications. For instance, this code applies to yarn with a decitex weight between 125 and less than 192.31, which is crucial for accurate classification.

Keywords & topics

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

cotton yarn classification · HS code 520514 · bulk cotton yarn · uncombed cotton fibers · textile manufacturing · non-retail cotton yarn · cotton yarn specifications · decitex weight · cotton yarn for weaving · industrial yarn supply · yarn for fabric production · cotton yarn shipments

Examples

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

Bulk shipment of cotton yarn for textile manufacturing
Cotton yarn used in producing denim fabric
Uncombed cotton yarn for weaving applications
Yarn supplied to a clothing manufacturer for production
Cotton yarn sold in large spools for industrial use
Cotton yarn with a decitex of 150 for knitting
Cotton yarn intended for upholstery fabric
Cotton yarn exported for use in home textiles