Cotton Yarn Waste (Including Thread Waste)

Yarn waste (5202100000) consists of fiber in the form of broken or tangled yarn or thread that has not been re-opened into individual fibers. Garnetted stock (520291) is waste that has been mechanically re-opened — garneted — back into a loose fiber state resembling raw cotton. The processing step of garneting is the key distinction; a product description or mill certificate confirming whether the material has been garneted is the standard supporting document.

As of current schedules, cotton yarn waste under 5202100000 is not subject to the major Section 301 or antidumping orders that affect finished cotton textiles from certain origins. However, importers should verify current CBP and USTR guidance at the time of entry, as trade-remedy coverage can change. A licensed customs broker can confirm whether any applicable orders cover the specific HTS line and country of origin.