HS Code for Knitting cotton yarn

Knitting cotton yarn is classified under HS code 5207.10 when it contains 85% or more cotton by weight and is put up for retail sale. This classification is part of Chapter 52, which governs cotton textiles. Heading 5207 is reserved for cotton yarn that is packaged specifically for the retail market, distinguishing it from the bulk industrial yarns found in headings 5205 and 5206. The subheading 5207.10 is used when the yarn is predominantly cotton (85% or more). To meet the "retail sale" criteria, the yarn must be in a form such as a ball, card, or skein and must comply with the weight limitations set forth in the Section XI notes of the Harmonized System. This classification is vital for identifying high-purity cotton yarns intended for the handicraft and consumer knitting sectors, which often carry different tariff rates than industrial raw materials.

Products Included

• 100% cotton yarn balls for hand knitting
• 85% cotton / 15% nylon blend yarn for retail sale
• Mercerized cotton yarn in retail hanks
• Organic cotton knitting yarn for retail sale

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is 5205.11, which covers 100% cotton yarn that is not put up for retail sale (e.g., large industrial cones). Another common error is 5204.11, which is reserved for cotton sewing thread. Sewing thread is distinguished from knitting yarn by its final twist and the way it is finished for use in sewing machines rather than hand-knitting.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Knitting cotton yarn?

The HS code for cotton yarn containing 85% or more cotton and packaged for retail sale is 5207.10.

How is this different from industrial cotton yarn?

Industrial cotton yarn is classified under headings 5205 or 5206 and is typically sold on large cones or beams for factory use, whereas 5207.10 is for consumer-sized packaging.