Chapter 5204 — Customs Tariff Headings

Aurifil Cotton Quilting Thread 3000m Spool

Aurifil 100% cotton quilting thread on oversized 3000m spools, containing more than 85% cotton by weight. Bulk packed for longarm quilting machines in textile factories, not for individual retail sale. This falls under tariff item 5204.11.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale.

Coats Sylko Bulk Cotton Thread Cone

Coats Sylko sewing thread in large industrial cones, composed of 100% long-staple cotton exceeding 85% by weight. Supplied in bulk for high-speed sewing machines in apparel production, without any retail presentation. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00.

Egyptian Cotton Tire Cord Thread Bulk

Egyptian cotton tire cord thread in bulk cones, containing more than 85% cotton by weight, for industrial tire manufacturing. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, falling under tariff item 5204.11.00. The thread is used in high-strength applications and is not intended for consumer use.

Gutermann Topstitch Cotton Thread Cone

Gutermann Topstitch cotton thread in large cones for industrial topstitching, featuring 100% cotton fibers over 85% by weight. Used in heavy fabric sewing like jeans and leather goods, packaged strictly for factory bulk use. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00.

Gutterman Cotton Sewing Thread 1000m Spool

High-quality sewing thread made from 100% cotton, containing over 85% cotton by weight, wound on large 1000m spools for industrial use. Not packaged for retail sale, it's designed for bulk use in garment factories and upholstery shops. This falls under tariff item 5204.11.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale.

Isacord 100% Cotton Embroidery Thread Industrial

Isacord pure cotton embroidery thread for factory machines, containing more than 85% cotton by weight, on large cones without retail packaging. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00. The thread is used in industrial embroidery and decorative stitching.

Madeira Aero Lock Cotton Thread 5000m

Madeira Aero Lock is a premium 100% cotton sewing thread on 5000m industrial cones, with cotton content well above 85% by weight. Intended for heavy-duty lockstitching in denim and canvas production, sold in bulk without retail packaging. This falls under tariff item 5204.11.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale.

Maxima Cotton Upholstery Thread Bulk

Maxima heavy cotton thread for upholstery sewing, containing 100% cotton over 85% by weight, on industrial cones. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00. The thread is used in upholstery manufacturing and is not intended for consumer retail.

Mettler Cordonnet Cotton Machine Thread

Mettler Cordonnet heavy-duty cotton thread for industrial sergers and overlock machines, 100% cotton over 85% by weight. Large bulk cones without consumer packaging for apparel assembly lines. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, falling under tariff item 5204.11.00.

Pecos Cotton Shirring Thread Industrial

Pecos cotton shirring thread for gathering machines, containing 100% cotton over 85% by weight, in bulk industrial packaging. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00. The thread is used in textile manufacturing for shirring and gathering operations.

Robison-Anton Poly-Cotton Blend Alternative Wait No Pure Cotton Cone

Robison-Anton pure cotton sewing thread in industrial cones, 100% cotton exceeding 85% by weight threshold. For high-volume production sewing of workwear and uniforms, bulk only. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, falling under tariff item 5204.11.00.

Silk-Finish Cotton Alternative Pure Cotton Cone

Silk-finish textured 100% cotton thread cones for industrial use, containing more than 85% cotton by weight. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00. The thread has a smooth finish for high-speed sewing applications.

Superior Threads King Tut Egyptian Cotton Thread

Superior Threads King Tut made from extra-long staple Egyptian cotton, 100% cotton over 85% by weight on large spools. Bulk supply for computerized quilting and embroidery factories. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, falling under tariff item 5204.11.00.

Wonderfil Cotton Overlock Thread Cone

Wonderfil 100% cotton overlock thread cones for industrial serging, containing more than 85% cotton by weight, in bulk industrial packaging. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, classifiable under tariff item 5204.11.00. The thread is used in overlock and serging operations in garment manufacturing.

YLI Cotton Machine Quilting Thread Bulk

YLI cotton thread for longarm machines, 100% cotton over 85% by weight, in bulk factory packs. No retail features, for commercial quilting operations. This is cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, falling under tariff item 5204.11.00.

40S Cotton Sewing Thread Spool

This is a high-quality 40S cotton sewing thread supplied on large cones for industrial garment manufacturing, not put up for retail sale. It falls under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, other than those with a metric number of 200 or lower. The fine count and industrial packaging confirm its classification.

Core-Spun Cotton Polyester Sewing Thread

This is a core-spun sewing thread with a polyester core and cotton sheath, containing at least 85% cotton by weight, supplied in large industrial cones not for retail. It is classified under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale, since the cotton component predominates and it meets the definition of sewing thread. The bulk packaging and non-retail presentation align with this item.

EcoSoft Mercerized Cotton Sewing Thread

This is a mercerized 50S cotton sewing thread, bulk-packed for machine quilting industries, not put up for retail sale. It falls under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not for retail, as mercerization does not affect classification. The fine count and industrial packaging confirm its status.

Gassed 60S Cotton Shirting Thread

This is a gassed 60S pure cotton sewing thread, supplied in large industrial cones for high-end shirt production, not for retail. It is classified under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The gassing process removes protruding fibres but does not alter the tariff classification.

Heavy Duty 25S/3 Cotton Upholstery Thread

This is a three-ply 25S cotton thread for upholstery sewing, with an effective metric number exceeding 200, supplied in 4kg cones for furniture factories. It is classified under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The heavy-duty construction and bulk packaging are consistent with this item.

High-Tenacity Cotton Sewing Thread

This is a high-tenacity cotton sewing thread engineered for sails and tents, with a metric number exceeding 200, supplied in industrial bulk packaging. It falls under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The high-tenacity property does not affect classification, as it remains a cotton sewing thread.

Left-Hand Twist Cotton Lockstitch Thread

This is a Z-twist (left-hand) cotton sewing thread with a 45S metric number exceeding 200, supplied on cones for overlock machines in knitwear factories. It is classified under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The twist direction is a characteristic of sewing thread, and the non-retail packaging confirms classification.

Organic Cotton 50S Weft Thread

This is a certified organic cotton 50S sewing thread, supplied in large cones for apparel lines, not for retail. It falls under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The organic certification does not affect classification, as it is still a cotton sewing thread.

Slubbed Texture Cotton Sewing Thread

This is a slub-effect cotton sewing thread with an irregular thick/thin texture, effective metric number exceeding 200, supplied in bulk for decorative garment stitching. It is classified under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The novelty texture does not affect classification, as it remains a sewing thread.

TFO 30S/2 Plied Cotton Thread

This is a two-ply TFO (two-for-one twisted) cotton sewing thread with an effective metric number exceeding 200, supplied in bulk cones for upholstery and heavy-duty stitching. It is classified under tariff item 5204.19.00 as cotton sewing thread not put up for retail sale. The TFO twisting process is a manufacturing method that does not affect classification.

Aurifil Cotton Lapis Sewing Thread

Aurifil Lapis is a mercerized 100% cotton thread presented in 1300m retail spools, designed for longarm quilting and fine sewing. It is put up for retail sale in consumer packaging, meeting the definition of cotton sewing thread of heading 52.04. The retail format distinguishes it from industrial bulk thread, aligning with tariff item 5204.20.00.

Clover Natural Cotton Piecing Thread

Clover Natural Cotton Piecing Thread is a 100% cotton thread in 50g retail balls, intended for patchwork and English paper piecing. Its retail ball format and consumer-oriented packaging classify it as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale under tariff item 5204.20.00. The product is not for industrial use, matching the retail scope of this item.

Coats Dual Duty Plus All-Purpose Cotton Sewing Thread

Coats Dual Duty Plus All-Purpose Cotton Sewing Thread is a cotton thread in small 200-yard spools for retail sale, suitable for hand and machine sewing. The retail spool packaging and consumer-oriented design place it under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale. Its versatility and retail presentation align with the item's scope.

Gutermann Top Stitch Cotton Sewing Thread

Gutermann Top Stitch Cotton Sewing Thread is a heavy-duty 100% cotton thread in 200-meter retail spools, ideal for topstitching denim and upholstery. The retail spool packaging and consumer-focused design classify it under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale. Its cotton composition and retail format meet the item's requirements.

Madeira Cotton Burmilana Crewel Thread

Madeira Cotton Burmilana Crewel Thread is a 3-ply cotton thread in 25g retail skeins for embroidery and decorative work. The retail skein packaging and consumer-oriented format classify it under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale. Its use in hand embroidery aligns with retail sewing thread applications.

Mettler Cotton Machine Quilting Thread

Mettler Cotton Machine Quilting Thread is a cotton thread in 400-yard retail cones for machine quilting, made from Egyptian cotton. The retail cone packaging and consumer-oriented design classify it under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale. Its cotton composition and retail format meet the item's criteria.

Presencia Memphis Cotton Overlock Thread

Presencia Memphis Cotton Overlock Thread is a 12-ply cotton thread in 1000m retail cones for serger/overlock machines. The retail cone size and consumer-oriented packaging classify it under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale. Its cotton composition and retail format align with the item's scope.

Robison-Anton Cotton Rayon Blend Sewing Thread

This is a retail spool of cotton sewing thread, put up for retail sale. It falls under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale, specifically for retail presentation. The thread is of cotton or a cotton-dominant blend, and the retail packaging (spool) qualifies it under this item.

Superior Threads King Tut Cotton Variegated Thread

Superior Threads King Tut Cotton Variegated Thread is an Egyptian cotton thread in 500m retail spools for longarm quilting. The retail spool packaging and consumer-oriented design classify it under tariff item 5204.20.00 as cotton sewing thread put up for retail sale. Its variegated colors and cotton composition meet the item's requirements.