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HSChapter 52
U.S. imports of single combed cotton yarn, 85%+ cotton, not for retail, over 43 nm to 52 nm (HS 520523) totaled $898K in April 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Single Combed Cotton Yarn, 85%+ Cotton, Not for Retail, Over 43 Nm to 52 Nm paid $103K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $898K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFine single combed cotton yarn in the 43–52 Nm range is a key input for high-thread-count woven fabrics, fine shirting, and premium knit constructions where fiber alignment and low nep count are critical. South Korea leads US imports, with India and Turkey also significant sources. Ring-spun product is separately identified at the 10-digit level (5205230020), reflecting the commercial premium placed on that spinning method at finer counts.
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The duty rate structure in Chapter 52 is generally uniform across combed single yarn subheadings, but the count range can affect eligibility under certain tariff preference programs or quota provisions tied to specific end-use categories. Importers should review the applicable HTS general and special rate columns for 5205230000, 5205230020, and 5205230090 with a licensed customs broker, as special rates vary by origin.
Turkey has a vertically integrated cotton textile sector with significant ring-spinning capacity at fine counts, supplying both commodity and specialty combed yarns. Turkish-origin yarn in this range is often associated with consistent quality standards and shorter lead times to European and US markets compared to South Asian sources, which can justify a sourcing premium for time-sensitive fabric programs.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HONDURAS | -- | $1.7M | +$1.7M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $768K | -- | -$768K |
| INDONESIA | $44K | -- | -$44K |
| GUATEMALA | -- | $37K | +$37K |
| VIETNAM | $35K | -- | -$35K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205230090 | SING COMB COT YARN,GT=85% COT,(43-52 NM),OTHER | $774K | 11.42% | $88K |
| 5205230020 | SING CMB COT YRN,GT=85% COT,(43-52NM),RNG SPUN | $124K | 11.78% | $15K |
SING COMB COT YARN,GT=85% COT,(43-52 NM),OTHER
SING CMB COT YRN,GT=85% COT,(43-52NM),RNG SPUN
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5205230000 | COT YRN,SNGLE,COMBO,GE 85% COT,NT RETAIL,(43-52NM) | $1.8M |
COT YRN,SNGLE,COMBO,GE 85% COT,NT RETAIL,(43-52NM)
394.2K kg
WOV COT FAB, PR PL WV NUN 85% COT OV100NOV200G/M2
HS 520852
COTTON YARN (N SWG THD) RETAIL SALE 85% OR > WT CO
HS 520710
WOVEN COTTON FABRICS, DENIM, 85% COT OVER 200 G/M2
HS 520942
WOV COT FAB, DYE PL W NUN 85% COT OV100NOV200G/M2
HS 520832
WOV COT FAB, UNBL PL WV UN85%COT MMF NOV200G/M2
HS 521011
WOV COT FAB, DENIM, UN 85% COT MMF OVER 200 G/M2
HS 521142
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $32K | $1.3M | +$1.3M |
| California | $804K | $37K | -$767K |
| South Carolina | $44K | $411K | +$368K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | -- | $1.3M | +$1.3M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $491K | -- | -$491K |
| MIAMI, FL | -- | $411K | +$411K |