Gimped Metallic Lurex Yarn from Japan
Gimped yarn with a polyester core wrapped by thin metallic polyester strip (5405), below metal thresholds, for sparkling embroidery. HTS 5606.00.00.90 covers this as other gimped yarn, excluding full metallized of 5605. Provides shimmer without conductivity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test metal content precisely; over 5% shifts to 5605—retain lab certificates
• Describe wrapping process in invoices to distinguish from simple plied yarns
• Prevent bulk packaging misclass as strip under 5405