HS Code for Retail artificial yarn

Retail artificial yarn is classified under HS code 5511.30. This classification is determined by three primary factors: the material origin, the fiber length, and the packaging format. Chapter 55 covers man-made staple fibers, which are fibers of finite length. Heading 5511 is specifically for yarn made from these staple fibers that has been \"put up for retail sale.\" The term \"artificial\" refers to fibers produced from natural polymers, such as viscose rayon, acetate, or triacetate. Subheading 5511.30 is the specific designation for yarn consisting of these artificial staple fibers. To meet the \"retail sale\" criteria defined in the Section XI notes, the yarn must be packaged in specific weights (usually not exceeding 500 grams) or on supports like balls or cards intended for individual consumer use rather than industrial processing.

Products Included

• Viscose rayon staple yarn in retail balls
• Acetate staple yarn for hand-knitting
• Cellulose-based staple yarn in retail skeins
• Artificial staple fiber yarn on small reels for consumer use
• Blended artificial staple yarns (predominantly artificial) for retail

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with HS code 5509.51 or 5510.00, which cover artificial staple yarns not put up for retail sale (bulk industrial yarn). It is also confused with HS code 5406.00, which covers man-made filament yarn for retail. The key difference is that 5511.30 must be made from staple (short) fibers, whereas 5406.00 is made from continuous filaments. Furthermore, synthetic staple yarns (like polyester or acrylic) for retail are classified under 5511.10 or 5511.20.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Retail artificial yarn?

The HS code for yarn of artificial staple fibers (not sewing thread) put up for retail sale is 5511.30.

How do I distinguish between artificial and synthetic yarn for classification?

Artificial yarns are derived from natural organic polymers (like wood pulp), while synthetic yarns are derived from petroleum-based polymers (like polyester or nylon). Synthetic staple yarns for retail fall under 5511.10 or 5511.20.