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Artificial Fiber Quilting Thread from Japan

Heavy-duty artificial staple fiber thread for machine quilting, in variegated colors for crafts. HTS 5508.20.00.00 covers this retail-put-up sewing thread of viscose/rayon staples. Provides loft and durability in layered fabrics.

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

• Label with exact GSM and yarn count for verification

• Avoid bulk import without end-use statement

• Common issue: colorfastness tests for dyed threads

Artificial Fiber Quilting Thread from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5508.20.00.00