Eco-Friendly Recycled Polyester Thread from Germany
This thread is made from recycled PET bottle synthetic staple fibres, used for sustainable sewing applications. Despite being eco-friendly, it is still classified under tariff item 5508.10.00 as sewing thread of synthetic staple fibres.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 55081000; Equal To 5508100000; Starts With 55081000; Equal To 5508100000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Document the recycled content to potentially benefit from any environmental incentives, but note that classification remains under 5508.10.00
• Ensure the thread is packaged for retail sale if applicable, as this affects classification
• Verify the fibre is synthetic staple, not filament