Core-Spun Polyester Cotton Sewing Thread from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
11.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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