Recycled Polyester Filament Sewing Thread from Japan
Eco-friendly sewing thread from recycled PET bottles, 100% synthetic filament for sustainable apparel. Under HTS 5401.10.00.00 regardless of recycled origin, as man-made synthetic filaments for sewing. Bulk import format.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide recycling certs but note they don't affect HTS classification
• Test for filament continuity vs staple from recycling
• Label as 'rPET sewing thread' for marketing without tariff impact