Silver Metallic Embroidery Thread from Germany
Silver metallic embroidery thread is made from polyamide yarn covered with silver metal thread, providing conductive shimmer. It qualifies for HTS 5605.00.90.00 as metallized textile yarn combined with metal in thread form. Used in haute couture and smart textiles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for electrical conductivity if claiming smart textile properties
• Maintain records showing yarn originated from Chapter 54/55 before metallization
• Separate from machine embroidery sets to avoid set classification issues