Heavy Duty 25S/3 Cotton Upholstery Thread
Three-ply 25S cotton thread for upholstery sewing, effective Nm >200, supplied in 4kg cones for furniture factories. Classified under HTS 5204.19.00.00 for coarse non-retail cotton sewing threads meeting metric criteria.
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 predominantly synthetic with cotton cover
Twine, cordage, or rope-like sewing thread >5mm diameter heads to 5607; construction and diameter alter heading.
If for carpet knotting machinery
Colored cotton yarn for specific industrial knitting like carpets uses 5206, separated by machinery end-use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide twist multiplier and ply count certification for accurate Nm computation per US notes
• Segregate from finer retail threads during customs exam to prevent misclassification
• Origin declarations critical due to country-specific quotas in 5201 notes
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