Metallic Cord Braid Trim
Ornamental braid trim featuring metallic threads woven with textile yarns, sold in continuous pieces for costume and evening wear. This product is classified under tariff item 5808.90.00 as braids in the piece without embroidery, including those made with metal thread, as permitted by Chapter 58 Note 7.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the braid is knitted or crocheted
Knitted or crocheted braids are classified separately from other braids in heading 58.08.
If the braid is metallized yarn rather than a woven braid
Metallized yarn, whether or not gimped, is classified in heading 56.05, not as a braid.
If the braid is a woven fabric of metal thread of a kind used in apparel
Woven fabrics of metal thread are specifically provided for in heading 58.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the braid is presented in continuous pieces and not made up (e.g
• cut to size with finished edges), as made-up articles fall outside Chapter 58
• Declare the fibre composition accurately, as the duty rate may vary if the braid is predominantly of a specific textile material
• Keep supplier documentation showing the braid is without embroidery to support classification
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