Metallic Lurex Polyester Sewing Thread from China
Polyester filament core wrapped with metallic Lurex for decorative stitching on evening wear and costumes. Fits HTS 5401.10.00.00 as primarily synthetic filament sewing thread with metallic effect yarn. Industrial spools for fashion sewers.
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
• Analyze core vs metallic content; synthetic must predominate for 5401
• Avoid 'novelty yarn' labeling to prevent shift to Chapter 56
• Provide sewability test results confirming machine use