Metallic Thread Braid
Ornamental braid incorporating Lurex metallic threads for festive apparel trims, in continuous rolls. It is a braid in the piece without embroidery, and Chapter 58 includes articles made of metal thread for apparel, so it falls under tariff item 5808.90.00.
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 made of metal thread and is a woven fabric
Woven fabrics of metal thread are classified under 5809.00.00, not as braids.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the metallic threads are not the predominant material, as that could affect classification
• Describe the braid as ornamental trimming in your customs documentation
• Be prepared to show a sample to CBSA to confirm it is not embroidered
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