Plastic Sewing Thread Bobbin from Japan
A cylindrical plastic bobbin designed to hold sewing thread for use in home sewing machines and industrial sewing operations. It falls under HTS 3923.40.00 as a bobbin, which is a similar support specifically used for winding and dispensing thread. Made from high-impact polystyrene to withstand repeated use without deformation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the plastic material composition meets Chapter 39 polymer definitions to avoid misclassification into other plastic articles
• Include detailed product specs and end-use documentation to distinguish from packaging bobbins under 3923.10
• Check for any metal inserts, as those may require classification as composite goods under different headings