Silver-Coated Polyamide Conductive Yarn
Polyamide filament coated with thin silver metal layer, untwisted or minimal twist, for EMI shielding fabrics. HTS 5605.00.10.00 applies to this metal-coated man-made filament ungimped and low-twist. Essential for wearable tech and military textiles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If industrial bulk spools without metal visible
If coating invisible per Chapter note, reverts to polyester filament yarn in Chapter 54.
If sold as coin or medal trim material
Specialty metal yarn for numismatic uses classifies under Chapter 71.
If rubber-coated over metal layer
Additional rubber covering moves to Chapter 59 impregnated textiles.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Include conductivity test reports to support classification and avoid Chapter 85 wire claims
• Certify metal content under 50% by weight to prevent shift to base metal chapters
• Use FDA-compliant declarations if destined for medical wearables
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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.
Aluminum-Laminated Nylon Filament Yarn
Nylon strip laminated with aluminum foil, ungimped and low-twist under 5 turns per meter, ideal for conductive textiles. Fits HTS 5605.00.10.00 as metal-laminated man-made filament without significant twist. Used in smart fabrics and decorative trims.
Gold-Laminated Acetate Strip Yarn
Acetate film strip laminated with gold-colored metal foil, twist-free, for luxury evening wear fabrics. Classed in HTS 5605.00.10.00 for metal-laminated man-made strip ungimped/low-twist. Provides opulent shimmer in high-end garments.
Copper-Coated Polyester Filament for RF Shielding
Polyester yarn coated with copper metal, minimal twist, ungimped for radio frequency shielding textiles. HTS 5605.00.10.00 covers this metal-coated man-made filament configuration. Applied in aerospace and electronics protective gear.
Metallic Laminated Rayon Viscose Yarn
Rayon viscose filament strip laminated with metallic aluminum, low twist under 5 turns per meter. Meets HTS 5605.00.10.00 for ungimped metal-laminated man-made strip. Popular in costume and theatrical fabrics.
Stainless Steel Laminated Synthetic Filament
Synthetic polyester filament laminated with stainless steel strip, untwisted for durable metallic effects. HTS 5605.00.10.00 due to metal lamination on man-made fiber with minimal twist. Used in upholstery and marine textiles.