Gold-Lame Metallic Yarn for Weaving from China

Gold-lame yarn consists of polyester strip from heading 5404 combined with metal powder for a luxurious gold sheen. Classified under HTS 5605.00.90.00 as 'other' metallized textile yarn not gimped. Commonly used in evening wear fabrics and upholstery.

Duty Rate — China → United States

48.2%

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

Include metallization process documentation showing metal thread/strip combination

Avoid bulk packaging that could suggest industrial chenille production under 5606

Label clearly as metallized yarn to distinguish from lame fabrics finished under Chapter 59