Silicone Treated Polyester Sewing Thread from Germany
Polyester filament thread with silicone finish for smooth high-speed sewing and reduced friction. Classifies in HTS 5401.10.00.00 as synthetic sewing thread where finish aids functionality, not constituting coating. For industrial lockstitch machines.
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
• Quantify silicone as <5% weight to avoid 5900 coating chapter
• Include finish spec sheets showing sewing enhancement
• Sample for residue to confirm non-plastic impregnation