Lyocell Staple Thread for Denim from Japan
Eco-friendly lyocell sewing thread from artificial staple fibers, used for topstitching jeans and durable seams. Classified in HTS 5508.20.00.00 for its regenerated cellulose composition in staple form. Offers strength and biodegradability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify sustainability claims with origin docs to support duty preferences
• Test for minimum 85% artificial fiber content
• Pitfall: bulk spools may be seen as industrial, affecting valuation