Aurifil Lapis 50wt Polyester Quilting Thread 1420yd from Mexico
Extra-long 1420-yard spool of fine polyester filament yarn for quilting and longarm machines, packaged for retail sewers. Falls under HTS 5406.00.10.40 as retail polyester synthetic filament yarn, not sewing thread. Ensures minimal stops for large quilt projects.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document yardage per spool to confirm retail consumer packaging standards
• Include fiber analysis certificates verifying 100% polyester filament composition
• Beware of misdeclaration as sewing thread, which requires twist testing