High Tenacity Polyester Sewing Thread from United States
This high tenacity polyester sewing thread is made from synthetic staple fibres, used for demanding applications like airbags and seatbelts. Despite its high strength, it is classified under tariff item 5508.10.00 because it is a sewing thread of synthetic staple fibres.
Duty Rate — United States → 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
• Confirm the thread is made of staple fibres, not continuous filament, to ensure classification under 5508.10.00
• Provide technical data on tenacity if requested by CBSA
• Ensure the thread meets the definition of sewing thread, including being dressed for use