Silicone Treated Polyester Thread from Japan
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 — 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
• Silicone < certain % doesn't trigger coating classification
• Off-gassing tests for volatile treatments during shipment
• Specify finish type in tech sheets for chemical review