HS Code for Polyester wool blend yarn

Classification of polyester wool blend yarn under HS code 5509.52 is determined by the composition and the manufacturing process of the fibers. According to the Harmonized System's General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically Rule 3(b) regarding mixtures, products are classified by the material that gives them their essential character. However, in Section XI (Textiles), Note 2 dictates that products consisting of two or more textile materials are classified as if consisting wholly of that one textile material which predominates by weight. Since this yarn is primarily composed of polyester staple fibers (synthetic) but is mixed specifically with wool or fine animal hair, it falls under heading 5509. The subheading 5509.52 is designated for yarns where polyester staple fibers are mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. It is important to note that this classification applies only to yarn not put up for retail sale; retail-ready yarn would fall under heading 5511. The yarn must be made from staple fibers, which are fibers of discrete length, as opposed to continuous filaments.

Products Included

• Polyester and combed wool blend yarn
• Polyester and fine animal hair (e.g., mohair, cashmere) blend yarn
• Multiple or cabled polyester-wool yarns for industrial weaving
• Dyed polyester-wool blend yarns for textile manufacturing

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with HS code 5107.10, which covers yarn of combed wool containing 85% or more by weight of wool. If the wool content exceeds the polyester content by weight, the product must be classified under Chapter 51. Additionally, it is often confused with HS code 5509.51, which is specifically for polyester staple fibers mixed with artificial staple fibers (like viscose) rather than natural wool.

FAQ

What is the HS code for polyester wool blend yarn?

The HS code for polyester wool blend yarn (not for retail sale) is 5509.52.

Does this code include yarn for hand-knitting sold in shops?

No, yarn put up for retail sale is classified under HS code 5511.10 or 5511.20 depending on the fiber percentage.