Core-Spun Polyester Cotton Sewing Thread from China
Sewing thread with a synthetic polyester filament core wrapped in cotton sheath for balanced strength and sewability. HTS 5401.10.00.00 applies primarily to the synthetic filament base as the essential character, suitable for denim and shirting. Imported on standard industrial spools.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide cross-section analysis proving synthetic core dominates for classification
• Declare exact blend percentages to avoid disputes over natural vs synthetic heading
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'sewing thread' use to support heading 54