Gimped Polypropylene Strip Yarn from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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