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Fine Denier Nylon Sewing Thread for Denim from Japan

70 denier nylon filament thread for topstitching jeans and denim apparel, on mini-cones. HTS 5401.10.00.00 for thin synthetic filaments prepared as sewing thread. Popular in casualwear manufacturing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Measure denier precisely; fine counts risk yarn confusion

Invoice as 'topstitch sewing thread' with colorfastness certs

Avoid sets with needles to prevent composite article duties