Silicone Treated Polyester Thread from Germany
Silicone-finished polyester sewing thread from synthetic staple fibers for smoother machine feed. HTS 5508.10.00.00 covers treated synthetic staple threads. Retail for longarm quilters.
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
• Silicone < certain % doesn't trigger coating classification
• Off-gassing tests for volatile treatments during shipment
• Specify finish type in tech sheets for chemical review