HS 5511 — Yarn (not sewing thread), of man-made staple fibres, put up for retail sale
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 55 Man-made staple fibres
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 55
Chapter 55 Man-made staple fibres
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 5511 covers
Synthetic and artificial staple fibres, yarns and woven fabrics thereof.
Classification notes
Staple fibre type and whether yarn or fabric drive classification.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 5511
What is HS 5511?
Yarn (not sewing thread), of man-made staple fibres, put up for retail sale is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 55 (Man-made staple fibres). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 5511?
Yarn (not sewing thread), of man-made staple fibres, put up for retail sale covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 5511 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 5511 products?
Staple fibre type and whether yarn or fabric drive classification.