Coats Sylko Bulk Cotton Thread Cone
Coats Sylko sewing thread in large industrial cones, composed of 100% long-staple cotton exceeding 85% by weight. Supplied in bulk for high-speed sewing machines in apparel production, without any retail presentation. Classified under HTS 5204.11.00.00 for high-cotton content sewing thread not for retail sale.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.4% | +35.0% | 39.4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from synthetic filament core with cotton cover
Core-spun threads with synthetic base shift to man-made filament yarn headings in Chapter 54.
If containing 85% or more cotton but put up for retail
Retail presentation (e.g., small spools with branding) moves it to the retail subheading 5204.12.
If colored and over 120nm but not sewn-specific
High-count colored cotton yarn may classify as general sewing yarn if not optimized for stitching.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document yarn number (nm) per US notes if disputed; use formulas for average yarn count in tariff classification
• Avoid common pitfall of mixed lots with lower cotton %; segregate shipments for accurate entry
• Obtain origin certificates to bypass WTO-nonmember quota restrictions on raw cotton components
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