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Multi-Color Variegated Polyester Sewing Thread from China

Variegated polyester filament thread shifting colors for decorative quilting and crafts, but industrial grade. Under HTS 5401.10.00.00 as synthetic sewing thread regardless of color effects. Cone format.

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

Emphasize multi-use (industrial/home) but package bulk

Document dye process doesn't alter filament nature

Test colorfastness for quality entry