Ultra-fine single combed cotton yarn exceeding 120 NM represents the highest count segment of the HS 5205 chapter, used in luxury shirting, fine voiles, and technical textile applications where extreme fineness and uniformity are paramount. India dominates US imports at this count level, with Egypt and Japan also notable suppliers — Egypt's long-staple Giza cotton and Japan's precision spinning heritage both support production at these demanding specifications. The US schedule subdivides this heading into three 10-digit lines: 5205280000, 5205280020 (ring spun), and 5205280090 (other spinning methods), allowing importers to distinguish construction method at entry.
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The US tariff schedule separates ring-spun yarn (5205280020) from other spinning methods (5205280090), with a residual basket line (5205280000). Importers must confirm the spinning technology used by the foreign mill — ring spinning, open-end, air-jet, or vortex — because misclassification between these lines can trigger compliance issues. Documentation from the manufacturer specifying the spinning process is advisable.
Ultra-fine yarn counts above 120 NM require exceptionally long, fine cotton staple and highly controlled spinning environments. Egypt's long-staple Giza cotton varieties and Japan's precision ring-spinning technology are both well-suited to these demanding specifications, giving both countries a competitive niche at the top of the count range that they do not hold in coarser segments.
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Low of 7 reported months · imports
Low · free accountFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 7 of 12 months reported, exports 2 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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List your company under HS 520528 — Single Combed Cotton Yarn, 85%+ Cotton, Not for Retail, Over 120 NM, so the companies trading it can find you. Be the first supplier listed.
Subheading 22 of 24 in heading 5205
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205280020 | Sing Comb Cot Yrn, Gt=85% Cot, Gt 120nm, Ring Spun | — | -- | -- |
| 5205280090 | Sing Comb Cot Yarn, Gt=85% Cot, Gt 120 Nm, Other | — | -- | -- |
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