About HS Code 551120
This category covers yarn (excluding sewing thread) made from synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, and specifically put up for retail sale. This signifies blended yarns, often incorporating natural fibers like cotton, wool, or linen, packaged in smaller quantities suitable for consumers, crafters, and small-scale textile projects. These yarns are popular in the hobby and craft market for knitting, crocheting, and other textile arts, offering a balance of synthetic durability and natural fiber comfort. Importers are typically craft stores, hobby shops, specialty yarn retailers, and distributors catering to the consumer market. Exporters are yarn manufacturers and distributors who package their products for retail. The 'retail sale' aspect is key to its classification, distinguishing it from industrial bulk yarns.
Products Under This Code
Polyester-cotton blend knitting yarn, Acrylic-wool blend crochet yarn, Synthetic blend hand-knitting yarn, Retail-packaged craft yarn, Blended apparel yarn (retail), Hobby yarn, Multi-fiber blend yarn
Real World Examples
Lion Brand Yarn (various blends), Red Heart Yarns (blended lines), Bernat Yarns (blended lines), Patons Yarns (blended lines), Caron Yarns (blended lines)
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 551011 (yarn of artificial staple fibres, for retail) if the 'synthetic' vs. 'artificial' distinction is missed, or 550953 (other yarn of synthetic staple fibres, not for retail) if the retail packaging is overlooked.
Products Classified Under 5511.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, Turkey, India, and Italy are significant producers and exporters, supplying craft and hobby markets worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551120?
HS code 551120 covers: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale. This category covers yarn (excluding sewing thread) made from synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, and specifically put up for retail sale. This signifies blended yarns, often incorporating natural fibers like cotton, wool, or linen, packaged in smaller quantities suitable for consumers, crafters, and small-scale textile projects. These yarns are popular in the hobby and craft market for knitting, crocheting, and other textile arts, offering a balance of synthetic durability and natural fiber comfort. Importers are typically craft stores, hobby shops, specialty yarn retailers, and distributors catering to the consumer market. Exporters are yarn manufacturers and distributors who package their products for retail. The 'retail sale' aspect is key to its classification, distinguishing it from industrial bulk yarns.
What products fall under HS code 551120?
Polyester-cotton blend knitting yarn, Acrylic-wool blend crochet yarn, Synthetic blend hand-knitting yarn, Retail-packaged craft yarn, Blended apparel yarn (retail), Hobby yarn, Multi-fiber blend yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551120?
Often confused with 551011 (yarn of artificial staple fibres, for retail) if the 'synthetic' vs. 'artificial' distinction is missed, or 550953 (other yarn of synthetic staple fibres, not for retail) if the retail packaging is overlooked.
How is HS code 551120 structured?
HS code 551120 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.