What types of yarn are covered under HS-6 550961?

HS-6 550961 covers yarn made from acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers mixed mainly with wool or fine animal hair, not packaged for retail sale.

How do I know if my yarn is classified correctly?

Check the fiber composition and intended use. If it’s primarily acrylic or modacrylic mixed with wool, it likely falls under HS-6 550961.

Can I use HS-6 550961 for yarn that is packaged for retail?

No, this code is specifically for yarn not put up for retail sale. If your yarn is retail packaged, you will need a different classification.

What is the difference between HS-6 550961 and HS-6 550962?

HS-6 550961 is for yarn mixed with wool or fine animal hair, while HS-6 550962 is for yarn mixed with synthetic fibers.

What documentation do I need for importing yarn under this code?

You will need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin, depending on the importing country’s requirements.

Is there a specific tariff rate for yarn under HS-6 550961?

Tariff rates can vary by country and trade agreements. Check with your customs broker for the applicable rates.

Can I classify yarn with a small percentage of synthetic fibers under HS-6 550961?

If the yarn is predominantly acrylic or modacrylic mixed with wool, it can still be classified under HS-6 550961, but verify the composition.

What are common uses for yarn classified under HS-6 550961?

Common uses include textile manufacturing for clothing, upholstery, and industrial applications where a blend of synthetic and animal fibers is desired.

HS-6 550961: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 550961 when importing or exporting yarn made from acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, specifically when it is mixed mainly with wool or fine animal hair. For example, a shipment of 100 kg of yarn intended for textile manufacturing would fall under this code.

This code is distinct from HS-6 550962, which covers similar yarns but specifically mixed with synthetic fibers instead of wool or animal hair. If your product includes a blend of synthetic and animal fibers, you will need to determine the primary component to classify correctly.

Yarn classified under HS-6 550961 is not packaged for retail sale, meaning it is intended for industrial use rather than direct consumer purchase. This distinction is crucial for proper tariff application and compliance.

When dealing with yarns, ensure you understand the fiber composition and intended use, as this can affect classification. For instance, a yarn that is predominantly wool with a small percentage of acrylic may not qualify for this code.

Keywords & topics

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

acrylic yarn · modacrylic yarn · wool blend yarn · fine animal hair yarn · non-retail yarn · textile manufacturing yarn · industrial yarn · yarn classification · synthetic staple fibers · yarn for upholstery · yarn for knitting · yarn shipment · yarn export · yarn import regulations · yarn composition

Examples

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

100 kg of acrylic-wool blend yarn for sweater production
200 kg of modacrylic yarn mixed with fine animal hair for upholstery
50 kg of non-retail packaged yarn for carpet manufacturing
300 kg of yarn for industrial textile applications, primarily wool with acrylic
A batch of yarn used in fashion textiles, made from acrylic and fine animal hair
Yarn intended for knitting, made from a blend of modacrylic and wool
Yarn for use in blankets, primarily composed of acrylic and mixed with animal fibers