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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of combed wool yarn, under 85% wool by weight, not for retail sale (SITC 65118) totaled $282K in April 2026, traded with 17 countries.
Importers of Combed Wool Yarn, Under 85% Wool by Weight, Not for Retail Sale paid $42K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $240K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWorsted-system combed wool yarn blended below the 85% wool threshold combines the smooth hand and tensile strength of combed fiber with the cost or performance benefits of synthetic or other natural fiber additions, serving mid-market suiting, knitwear, and upholstery fabric producers. The combing process distinguishes this yarn from carded blends in terms of surface smoothness and yarn evenness, which are key commercial specifications for fabric buyers. As with all blended wool yarns, the sub-85% classification carries its own duty and TRQ treatment separate from pure-wool worsted yarn, making fiber documentation a front-line compliance priority.
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Mills specify combed (worsted) yarn by metric count (Nm), twist per meter, and surface smoothness — properties that reflect the parallel fiber alignment achieved by combing. Carded yarn is typically specified by bulk, loft, and hairiness. For import classification purposes, the processing method (carded vs. combed) must be declared accurately, as it determines the applicable heading even when fiber content percentages are identical.
Yes, mixed shipments are common. Each yarn type must be declared and entered under its correct heading based on its individual fiber content — they cannot be averaged or combined into a single line. Importers should ensure commercial invoices and packing lists itemize each yarn grade separately by fiber content percentage to facilitate accurate CBP entry and avoid post-entry audit issues.
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