About HS Code 510720
This HS code covers combed wool yarn that contains less than 85% by weight of wool, meaning it's a blend, typically with other natural or synthetic fibers. Like its higher-wool-content counterpart, "combed" indicates a refined yarn with aligned fibers, offering smoothness and strength. "Not put up for retail sale" signifies its bulk industrial format. The blending of wool with fibers like polyester, acrylic, silk, or cashmere allows manufacturers to achieve specific properties such as enhanced durability, reduced cost, easier care, or unique textures, making it versatile for a wider range of textile applications. Importers include textile manufacturers in countries like China, Turkey, and Vietnam, seeking cost-effective or performance-enhanced yarns for apparel, upholstery, and industrial fabrics. Exporters are often countries with diversified textile industries, such as Italy, China, and India, capable of producing various blended yarns. Key considerations for trade involve the specific blend composition, yarn count, and intended end-use, as these factors dictate market value and demand.
Products Under This Code
Wool-polyester blend yarn, Wool-acrylic blend yarn, Wool-silk blend yarn, Wool-cashmere blend yarn, Combed wool blend yarn, Worsted wool blend yarn, Industrial blended wool yarn
Real World Examples
Südwolle Group wool blends, Schoeller Spinning Group blended yarns, Novita 7 Veljestä (industrial bulk), Rowan Kidsilk Haze (industrial bulk), Patons Classic Wool DK Superwash (industrial bulk)
Common Misclassification
This code is differentiated from 510710 by its lower wool content (less than 85%) and from codes like 510810 (yarn of fine animal hair) if the blend contains significant amounts of other animal hairs.
Products Classified Under 5107.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, Italy, and Turkey are significant importers and exporters of these blended combed wool yarns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 510720?
HS code 510720 covers: Yarn; of combed wool, containing less than 85% by weight of wool, not put up for retail sale. This HS code covers combed wool yarn that contains less than 85% by weight of wool, meaning it's a blend, typically with other natural or synthetic fibers. Like its higher-wool-content counterpart, "combed" indicates a refined yarn with aligned fibers, offering smoothness and strength. "Not put up for retail sale" signifies its bulk industrial format. The blending of wool with fibers like polyester, acrylic, silk, or cashmere allows manufacturers to achieve specific properties such as enhanced durability, reduced cost, easier care, or unique textures, making it versatile for a wider range of textile applications. Importers include textile manufacturers in countries like China, Turkey, and Vietnam, seeking cost-effective or performance-enhanced yarns for apparel, upholstery, and industrial fabrics. Exporters are often countries with diversified textile industries, such as Italy, China, and India, capable of producing various blended yarns. Key considerations for trade involve the specific blend composition, yarn count, and intended end-use, as these factors dictate market value and demand.
What products fall under HS code 510720?
Wool-polyester blend yarn, Wool-acrylic blend yarn, Wool-silk blend yarn, Wool-cashmere blend yarn, Combed wool blend yarn, Worsted wool blend yarn, Industrial blended wool yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510720?
This code is differentiated from 510710 by its lower wool content (less than 85%) and from codes like 510810 (yarn of fine animal hair) if the blend contains significant amounts of other animal hairs.
How is HS code 510720 structured?
HS code 510720 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.