Modal Sewing Thread for Knitwear from Mexico
High-tenacity modal artificial staple fiber thread for overlocking knits, known for elasticity and moisture-wicking. Falls under HTS 5508.20.00.00 as it's sewing thread from man-made artificial staple fibers like beech-tree derived modal. Essential for activewear seams.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
21%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide FTIR spectroscopy reports for fiber type verification
• Ensure thread is not pre-waxed, as that may alter classification
• Bundle in consumer packs under 1kg to match retail provisions