Modal Sewing Thread Industrial Bobbin from China
Modal artificial filament thread on large bobbins for overlock and coverstitch machines in garment factories. Classified in HTS 5401.20.00.00 for its continuous artificial monofilaments optimized for high-speed sewing. Features excellent elasticity and colorfastness.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'industrial sewing thread - not for retail' to avoid 5402 duties
• Test for filament count; over 472 turns/m distinguishes from chapter 54 weaving fabrics
• Prepare for CBP exams with end-use statements from apparel manufacturers