Acetate Dressmaking Thread Cone from Germany
Fine acetate filament sewing thread on large cones, perfect for dressmaking and embroidery on delicate fabrics. Falls under HTS 5401.20.00.00 as sewing thread of artificial filaments, suitable for both machine and hand sewing without retail packaging. Provides smooth stitching with minimal breakage.
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
• Include technical data sheets proving twist exceeds 472 turns/meter to distinguish from flat weaving yarns
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'universal thread' without specifying artificial monofilament origin
• Bundle with fabric swatches during customs entry to demonstrate sewing end-use