About HS Code 551110
This HS code identifies yarns primarily composed (85% or more) of synthetic staple fibers, such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon, that are specifically packaged for retail sale. Unlike industrial yarns, these products are destined directly for consumers, typically hobbyists, crafters, and small-scale textile artisans. The international trade in these yarns involves manufacturers and distributors supplying craft stores, online retailers, and specialty shops worldwide. Importers are often retail chains or wholesale distributors in countries with strong DIY and crafting cultures, seeking a wide variety of colors, textures, and fiber types to meet consumer demand. Exporters are typically yarn producers with established consumer brands and efficient packaging operations. Key considerations for trade include brand recognition, colorfastness, ease of care, and the yarn's suitability for specific crafting techniques like knitting, crocheting, or weaving. The "put up for retail sale" aspect implies smaller skeins, balls, or hanks with consumer-friendly labeling.
Products Under This Code
Polyester knitting yarn, Acrylic crochet yarn, Nylon craft yarn, Polypropylene rug yarn, Modacrylic hand-knitting yarn, Recycled polyester yarn for crafts, Dralon acrylic yarn, Microfiber synthetic yarn
Real World Examples
Lion Brand Yarn (e.g., "Homespun" acrylic), Red Heart Yarns (e.g., "Super Saver" acrylic), Bernat Yarns (e.g., "Satin" acrylic), Stylecraft Special DK, King Cole Pricewise DK
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 5509.21 (synthetic staple fiber yarn, not put up for retail sale) if the packaging is overlooked, or with 5511.30 if the yarn is made of artificial staple fibers instead of synthetic.
Products Classified Under 5511.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, UK, and Germany are major importers, while China, Turkey, and India are significant exporters of these retail-packaged synthetic yarns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551110?
HS code 551110 covers: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale. This HS code identifies yarns primarily composed (85% or more) of synthetic staple fibers, such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon, that are specifically packaged for retail sale. Unlike industrial yarns, these products are destined directly for consumers, typically hobbyists, crafters, and small-scale textile artisans. The international trade in these yarns involves manufacturers and distributors supplying craft stores, online retailers, and specialty shops worldwide. Importers are often retail chains or wholesale distributors in countries with strong DIY and crafting cultures, seeking a wide variety of colors, textures, and fiber types to meet consumer demand. Exporters are typically yarn producers with established consumer brands and efficient packaging operations. Key considerations for trade include brand recognition, colorfastness, ease of care, and the yarn's suitability for specific crafting techniques like knitting, crocheting, or weaving. The "put up for retail sale" aspect implies smaller skeins, balls, or hanks with consumer-friendly labeling.
What products fall under HS code 551110?
Polyester knitting yarn, Acrylic crochet yarn, Nylon craft yarn, Polypropylene rug yarn, Modacrylic hand-knitting yarn, Recycled polyester yarn for crafts, Dralon acrylic yarn, Microfiber synthetic yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551110?
This code can be confused with 5509.21 (synthetic staple fiber yarn, not put up for retail sale) if the packaging is overlooked, or with 5511.30 if the yarn is made of artificial staple fibers instead of synthetic.
How is HS code 551110 structured?
HS code 551110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.