HS Code 5207
Cotton Yarn Packaged for Retail Sale
HS code 5207 covers cotton yarn packaged for retail sale, including balls, skeins, and hanks intended for end-consumers and hobbyist textile crafts.
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HS Code 5207 — Cotton Yarn Packaged for Retail Sale
This code covers cotton yarn (any cotton content) that has been packaged for direct consumer purchase. This typically includes balls, hanks, or small spools found in yarn shops for hobbyists and home crafters.
What's included
- Crochet cotton in balls
- Knitting yarn in retail hanks
- Cotton yarn on small retail spools
- Hobby craft cotton yarn
What's excluded
- Industrial cotton yarn → use
5205(Large cones for factory use are not considered 'put up for retail sale')
Common examples
- 50g ball of 100% cotton knitting yarn
- Retail pack of organic cotton yarn for crochet
- Cotton embroidery yarn in 8-meter hanks
- Mercerised cotton yarn for home lace making
Frequently asked questions
What defines 'retail sale' for yarn?
Packaging must be below a specific weight (typically 125g to 500g depending on fiber) and intended for the end consumer.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 6% - 15%
- Documentation: Invoices should list the number of retail units and their individual weight.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, Turkiye, Egypt
- Top importers: United States, Germany, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Use 5207 for anything sold in yarn shops or for home use; use 5205/5206 for factory materials.
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