HS Code for Combed wool blend yarn (bulk)

The classification of combed wool blend yarn under HS code 510720 is determined by both the material composition and the specific mechanical processing the fibers have undergone. Chapter 51 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to wool, fine or coarse animal hair, and horsehair products. Within this chapter, heading 5107 specifically covers yarn made of combed wool. The subheading 510720 is applied when the yarn contains less than 85% by weight of wool, meaning it is a blend with other fibers such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon. The term "combed" is a critical technical distinction; it refers to a process that follows carding, where a combing machine aligns the fibers in a parallel fashion and removes shorter fibers (noils) to create a smoother, stronger, and more lustrous yarn. Furthermore, this code specifies that the yarn must not be "put up for retail sale." This means the product is intended for industrial use, typically shipped on large cones, cheeses, or beams for use in commercial weaving or knitting machines. Accurate classification requires a precise laboratory analysis of the fiber content by weight to ensure the wool component does not exceed the 85% threshold, as this would shift the classification to a different subheading.

Products Included

• Wool and polyester blended yarn (less than 85% wool)
• Wool and acrylic blended yarn for industrial knitting
• Combed wool and nylon blends in bulk form
• Multi-ply blended yarns of combed wool for textile manufacturing
• Worsted wool blends on industrial bobbins

Common Misclassification

This product is frequently confused with HS code 510710, which is reserved for combed wool yarn containing 85% or more wool by weight. Another common error is using HS code 510920, which covers similar blended wool yarns but specifically those that are "put up for retail sale" (packaged for end-consumers in small balls or skeins). Additionally, carded wool blends, which have not undergone the combing process, fall under heading 5106, specifically 510620 for blends.

FAQ

What is the HS code for combed wool blend yarn?

The HS code is 510720 for bulk yarn containing less than 85% wool.

What is the difference between 5107 and 5109?

Heading 5107 is for industrial bulk yarn, while heading 5109 is for yarn packaged for retail sale to consumers.