9902.12.88 - Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread) not put up for retail sale, single, with a twist exceeding 50 turns/m, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring 23 or more but not over 840 decitex, each formed from 4 to 68 filaments and containing 10 percent or more by weight of nylon 12 (provided for in subheading 5402.51.00)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 9902.12.88, pertains to specific types of synthetic filament yarn that are not intended for retail sale and are not classified as sewing thread. The yarn must be single, possess a twist exceeding 50 turns per meter, and be composed of nylon or other polyamides. Crucially, it must measure between 23 and 840 decitex, be formed from 4 to 68 filaments, and contain at least 10 percent by weight of nylon 12. This temporary provision is designed to address specific trade regulations and modifications, distinct from the permanent tariff classifications found in other chapters.
While the general scope of Chapter 99 relates to temporary legislation and trade modifications, this particular heading, 9902.12.88, offers a very precise sub-classification for a specialized filament yarn. Its distinction from the broader categories found in the initial chapters of the HTS (which cover live animals, for example) lies in its focus on manufactured goods with specific technical and compositional requirements. The detailed technical specifications (decitex, filament count, twist, and nylon 12 content) are critical for correct classification, differentiating it from other synthetic filament yarns that may not meet these exact parameters.
As this node is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions within this specific HTS classification. The classification is definitive based on the stringent criteria outlined in the description. Any synthetic filament yarn of nylon or other polyamides that meets all the enumerated physical and compositional requirements falls under this provision, while variations in decitex, filament count, twist, or the absence of the specified nylon 12 content would necessitate classification under different headings.