Metallized Polyester Lurex Yarn

Thin polyester filament yarn laminated with aluminum strip, featuring less than 5 turns per meter twist, used for adding metallic sheen in fabrics. Classified under HTS 5605.00.10.00 due to its metal lamination on man-made filament without gimping or significant twist. Commonly employed in fashion textiles for sparkle effects.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+35.0%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5605.00.90.00Higher: 48.2% vs 42.5%

If gimped or twisted 5+ turns per meter

Gimped or higher-twist versions fall under the residual subheading in 5605 for other metallized yarns.

5402.33Lower: 18% vs 42.5%

If metal layer not visible to naked eye

Per Chapter 56 note, invisible impregnation classifies as basic synthetic filament yarn in Chapter 54.

7117.19.15Lower: 25.5% vs 42.5%

If primarily imitation jewelry base metal thread

Metal-dominated threads for jewelry shift to Chapter 71 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify metal coating visibility with naked eye per Chapter 56 notes to avoid reclassification to Chapter 54

Provide lab tests confirming twist under 5 turns/meter and man-made filament base for Customs clearance

Label fiber content accurately, disclosing metal component to comply with textile import regulations

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