Metallized Polyester Lurex Yarn from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

42.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

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