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Gutermann Topstitch Cotton Thread Cone from Japan

Gutermann Topstitch cotton thread in large cones for industrial topstitching, featuring 100% cotton fibers over 85% by weight. Used in heavy fabric sewing like jeans and leather goods, packaged strictly for factory bulk use. HTS 5204.11.00.00 applies to this non-retail, high-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

• Label cones clearly as 'industrial use only' to prevent retail misclassification during customs exam

• Pair with NAFTA/USMCA certs if from Mexico to avoid quantitative limits entirely