HS Code 5106
Carded Wool Yarn (Not Retail)
HS code 5106 covers yarn of carded wool that is not put up for retail sale, typically used in industrial weaving and knitting of woollen fabrics.
4-digit Section XIFCL
HS Code 5106 — Carded Wool Yarn (Not Retail)
This covers yarn made from carded wool that has not been combed. Carded yarn is generally bulkier and fuzzier than combed yarn and is intended for further industrial processing rather than immediate retail sale.
What's included
- Single carded wool yarn
- Multiple carded wool yarn
- Woollen system yarn
What's excluded
- Combed wool yarn → use
5107(Combed yarn uses a different mechanical process) - Retail wool yarn → use
5109(Retail packaging requires classification under 5109)
Common examples
- Cone of carded woollen yarn
- Industrial wool yarn for weaving
- Single ply carded wool yarn
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between carded and combed yarn?
Carded yarn (woollen) is coarser and more voluminous, while combed yarn (worsted) is smoother, stronger, and more expensive.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: The yarn must not be packaged for retail (e.g., on small balls or skeins).
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Italy, Turkey
- Top importers: United Kingdom, Japan, USA
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Key takeaway
Categorises bulk industrial woollen yarn created through the carding process.
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