Decorative Loop Wale Metallic Yarn
Decorative Loop Wale Metallic Yarn is a loop wale-yarn with a metallic wrap, used for trims and embellishments. It is classified under tariff item 5606.00.00 as loop wale-yarn, which is explicitly included in the heading, and the metallic wrap does not make it a metallized yarn of heading 5605. The yarn provides a textured, shiny surface for decorative applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn is metallized with metal thread or strip
Metallized yarn of heading 5605 is excluded from 5606.00.00, so yarn with metal thread falls there.
If the yarn is made up into braids or trims
Made-up ornamental trims of heading 5808 are excluded from Chapter 56.
If the strip is not gimped and is sold separately
Non-gimped synthetic strip of heading 5404 is classified in Chapter 54.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the metallic wrap is a strip of heading 5405, not metal thread, to avoid classification under 5605
• Provide a detailed description of the loop construction and metallic content for CBSA
• Be aware that metallic yarns may be subject to additional scrutiny for tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 5606.00.00
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Cotton Chenille Yarn
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