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Aurifil Cotton Quilting Thread 3000m Spool from Japan

Aurifil 100% cotton quilting thread on oversized 3000m spools, exceeding 85% cotton content by weight. Bulk packed for longarm quilting machines in textile factories, not for individual retail. Qualifies under HTS 5204.11.00.00 as non-retail cotton sewing thread.

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

• Provide end-use statements specifying factory quilting to distinguish from hobby retail imports

• Test for nm yarn number using US note formulas if fineness is challenged by customs

• Bundle with fabric imports under same entry for streamlined quota monitoring