Gimped Polypropylene Strip Yarn from Canada
Strip of heading 5405 (man-made filaments) that has been gimped by twisting or wrapping with additional yarn to create texture. Falls under HTS 5606.00.00 as gimped strip, used for decorative weaving and rug making. Distinct from smooth strips or metallized yarns.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Submit technical specs showing gimp construction (twisting/wrapping process) for Customs verification
• Confirm base strip originates from 5404/5405 headings via supplier certificates
• Avoid declaring as 'metallic' to prevent erroneous 5605 classification