Eco-Friendly Recycled Polyester Thread from Japan
Thread made from recycled PET bottle synthetic staple fibers for sustainable sewing. Still classifies under HTS 5508.10.00.00 as synthetic staple sewing thread. Certified retail packaging.
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
• GRS certification validates recycled content without classification change
• Traceability docs essential for green claims at customs
• No duty preference for recycled unless qualifying origin