HS Code for Gimped yarn

Gimped yarn is classified under HS code 5606.00. This classification is situated in Chapter 56, which covers wadding, felt, nonwovens, special yarns, and cordage. Heading 5606 is a specific category for gimped yarn, chenille yarn, and loop wale-yarn. Gimped yarn is defined by its construction: it consists of a core (usually of one or more textile yarns) around which another yarn or strip is wound spirally. This process is known as "gimping." The classification is based on the structural technique used to create the yarn rather than the specific fiber content (such as cotton, wool, or synthetic). Because it is considered a "special yarn" due to its complex mechanical construction, it is excluded from the standard yarn headings in Chapters 50 through 55.

Products Included

• Gimped textile yarn
• Chenille yarn
• Loop wale-yarn
• Gimped strips of man-made fibers
• Decorative gimped threads for embroidery
• Gimped core yarns for upholstery

Common Misclassification

Gimped yarn is often misclassified under HS code 5402 (synthetic filament yarn) or 5205 (cotton yarn) because importers focus on the material rather than the construction. However, the spiral winding of the outer thread makes it a 5606 product. It is also frequently confused with 5605.00, which is for metallized yarn. While some gimped yarns may contain metal threads, 5605 is specifically for yarns combined with metal in the form of powder or leaf, or covered with metal. If the yarn is simply a textile thread wound around another, 5606.00 remains the correct code. Gimped horsehair yarn is also excluded and falls under 5110.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Gimped yarn?

The HS code for gimped yarn, as well as chenille and loop wale-yarn, is 5606.00.

Does the fiber type change the HS code for gimped yarn?

No, whether the yarn is made of silk, cotton, or synthetic fibers, if it meets the construction definition of gimped yarn, it stays under 5606.00.