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Bamboo Paper Sewing Thread from Germany

Fine paper yarn from bamboo pulp for hand-sewing delicate fabrics. Classifies under HTS 5308.90.10.00 as paper yarn of vegetable origin, finer than typical twine.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Needle compatibility gauge (Tex system) documentation prevents misuse claims

• Anti-tangle spools with paper cores only; plastic triggers different heading

• Colorfastness tests for apparel end-use required by many buyers