What types of yarn are included in HS-6 540342?

HS-6 540342 includes artificial filament yarns made from cellulose acetate that are multiple folded or cabled, specifically those not intended for retail sale.

Can I classify single-strand yarn under HS-6 540342?

No, single-strand yarn should be classified under HS-6 540341. HS-6 540342 is for multiple folded or cabled yarns.

What is the significance of the decitex limit in this classification?

The decitex limit of less than 67 is crucial for classification; yarns exceeding this limit may fall under different HS codes.

Is HS-6 540342 applicable for retail yarn sales?

No, HS-6 540342 is specifically for yarns not put up for retail sale, so it cannot be used for retail products.

What industries commonly use HS-6 540342 yarn?

Industries such as textiles, automotive, and upholstery manufacturing commonly use yarn classified under HS-6 540342.

How do I determine if my yarn qualifies for HS-6 540342?

Check that your yarn is made from cellulose acetate, is less than 67 decitex, and is not intended for retail sale.

What should I do if my yarn is made from a different material?

If your yarn is made from a different material, you will need to look for an appropriate HS code that matches the specific material and characteristics.

Can I use HS-6 540342 for yarn used in sewing?

No, HS-6 540342 is not for sewing thread. If your yarn is intended for sewing, you should classify it under a different HS code.

HS-6 540342: Yarn, artificial; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of cellulose acetate, multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 540342 when importing or exporting artificial filament yarn made from cellulose acetate, specifically in the form of multiple folded or cabled yarns. An example could be a shipment of 1,000 kilograms of cellulose acetate yarn used in the production of textiles.

This code is distinct from HS-6 540341, which covers similar yarns but specifically for single strands. If your product consists of multiple strands twisted together, 540342 is the appropriate classification.

The HS-6 540342 line addresses yarns that are not intended for retail sale and are not sewing threads, focusing on industrial applications. This includes yarns typically used in the manufacturing of fabrics, upholstery, and other textile products.

When considering this classification, ensure your product meets the criteria of being less than 67 decitex and made from cellulose acetate. If your yarn is made from a different material or exceeds the decitex limit, you may need to look at alternative codes.

Keywords & topics

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

artificial filament yarn · cellulose acetate yarn · not for retail sale · multiple folded yarn · cabled yarn · industrial textile applications · yarn classification · less than 67 decitex · non-sewing thread · bulk yarn shipment · yarn for upholstery · technical textiles · non-woven fabric materials · yarn for clothing production · textile manufacturing

Examples

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

1,000 kg shipment of cellulose acetate yarn for upholstery fabric production
Multiple folded yarns used in industrial textile applications
Cabled artificial filament yarn for making non-retail textile products
Yarn supplied to manufacturers for use in clothing production
Bulk rolls of artificial filament yarn for weaving
Textile yarn for automotive interior fabrics
Raw materials for non-woven fabric production
Yarn used in the production of technical textiles