HS Code for Loop yarn

Loop yarn is classified under HS code 5606.00. This heading covers gimped yarn, chenille yarn, and loop wale-yarn. Loop yarn is a type of fancy yarn characterized by loops of varying sizes and intervals along its length, created during the spinning or twisting process. Chapter 56 deals with special yarns and textile structures that do not fall under the standard yarn categories of Chapters 50 through 55. The classification 5606.00 is specific to yarns that have been further processed to create decorative effects like loops or "gimping." This code is used regardless of the textile material (cotton, wool, or synthetic) because the structural characteristic of the "loop" or "gimp" takes precedence over the fiber content in the HS hierarchy for this specific heading. The yarn typically consists of a core yarn around which an effect yarn is twisted to form the loops, which are then locked in place by a binder yarn. This complex construction distinguishes it from simple plied yarns found in other chapters.

Products Included

• Loop wale-yarn
• Bouclé yarn (meeting 5606 construction)
• Gimped yarn
• Chenille yarn
• Decorative loop-textured yarns
• Flock chenille yarn

Common Misclassification

Loop yarn is often misclassified under the general yarn headings of Chapters 51 (wool), 52 (cotton), or 54/55 (man-made fibers). For example, a wool-based loop yarn might be incorrectly placed in 5106 or 5107. However, if the yarn meets the definition of "loop wale-yarn" or "gimped yarn," heading 5606.00 is mandatory. It is also sometimes confused with HS code 5605.00, which is reserved for metallized yarn. Another common error is classifying bouclé fabrics under this code; 5606.00 is only for the yarn itself, while the resulting fabric would be classified in the respective fabric chapters (e.g., Chapter 52 or 54).

FAQ

What is the HS code for loop yarn?

The HS code for loop yarn, including loop wale-yarn and gimped yarn, is 5606.00.

Does this code depend on the fiber type?

No, HS code 5606.00 applies to these specific yarn structures regardless of whether they are made of natural or synthetic fibers.