HS Code for Rayon wool blend yarn

Rayon wool blend yarn is categorized under HS code 5510.20. This classification applies to yarn made of artificial staple fibers that are mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. To qualify for this heading, the yarn must not be put up for retail sale. The classification logic follows the General Interpretative Rules, focusing on the material composition. Rayon is an artificial staple fiber, meaning it is produced from natural cellulose but cut into specific lengths before spinning. When these fibers are blended with wool, the resulting yarn is classified based on the predominant fiber by weight, or specifically under 5510.20 if the artificial staple fibers are the primary component mixed with wool. This code is essential for textile manufacturers who produce industrial-grade yarns for weaving or knitting high-end garments that require the breathability of wool and the silk-like texture of rayon.

Products Included

• Viscose staple fiber and wool blend yarn
• Acetate and fine animal hair mixed yarn
• Rayon-wool blended yarn for industrial knitting
• Unprocessed rayon-wool yarn on cones
• Multiple-ply rayon and wool blend yarns

Common Misclassification

A common error is classifying this under HS code 5106 or 5107, which are reserved for yarns where wool is the absolute dominant fiber by weight (usually 85% or more). Another misclassification occurs with HS code 5510.11 or 5510.12, which are for yarns containing 85% or more of artificial staple fibers without significant wool blending. If the yarn is packaged for retail sale (e.g., small balls for hand-knitting), it must be classified under 5511.30.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Rayon wool blend yarn?

The HS code for rayon wool blend yarn not put up for retail sale is 5510.20.

What if the yarn is 50% rayon and 50% wool?

Under the textile rules of Chapter 55, if the fibers are equal in weight, the yarn is classified under the heading that occurs last in numerical order, which typically remains within the 5510 range for artificial staple blends.