HS Code for Artificial wool blend yarn

HS 551020 is specifically assigned to yarn, excluding sewing thread, composed of artificial staple fibres mixed predominantly or exclusively with wool or fine animal hair. A crucial condition for this classification is that the yarn is "not put up for retail sale," indicating it is typically in bulk form for industrial use. This heading precisely defines the blend composition, requiring a significant or sole presence of wool or fine animal hair alongside artificial staple fibres. The classification ensures that yarns with this specific blend and industrial presentation are accurately categorized, distinguishing them from yarns made purely of artificial fibres, pure wool, or those packaged for direct consumer purchase, thereby supporting precise trade data for the textile manufacturing sector.

Products Included

• Yarn of viscose staple fibres mixed mainly with wool
• Yarn of acrylic staple fibres mixed mainly with cashmere
• Yarn of modal staple fibres mixed solely with mohair
• Industrial-grade yarn blends of artificial fibres and wool for knitting
• Yarn of artificial staple fibres blended with fine animal hair for weaving
• Other yarn blends of artificial staple fibres and wool/fine animal hair, not for retail.

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for artificial wool blend yarn often occur with yarns of different compositions or presentations. HS 5509 covers yarn made solely of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale. The key differentiator for 551020 is the specific blend with wool or fine animal hair. If the yarn contains no wool or fine animal hair, it belongs to 5509. Conversely, HS 5107 covers yarn made solely of wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale. If the artificial fibre component is minor or negligible, confusion may arise, but 551020 applies when artificial staple fibres are a significant component in the blend. Furthermore, HS 5511 covers similar yarns of artificial staple fibres but specifically those put up for retail sale. The "not put up for retail sale" criterion is essential for distinguishing 551020 from 5511.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Artificial wool blend yarn?

The HS code for yarn of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale, is 551020.

What does "not put up for retail sale" mean in the context of HS 551020?

In the context of HS 551020, "not put up for retail sale" signifies that the yarn is presented in large, industrial-sized packages, such as cones, bobbins, or hanks, typically exceeding 125 grams in weight, and without specific retail packaging, labels, or consumer-oriented information. This form is intended for bulk use by textile manufacturers for further processing into fabrics or garments, rather than for direct purchase by individual consumers for crafting or domestic use.