Metallic Effect Gimped Yarn from Japan
Gimped yarn with shiny foil or Lurex effect (non-metallized plastic film) wrapped around core, mimicking metal without qualifying as metallized yarn. HTS 5606.00.00 applies as it's not true metallized yarn of 5605. Used in evening wear and holiday decorations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
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
Import Tips
• Chemical analysis proving non-metallic composition prevents 5605 misclassification
• Declare as 'plastic film wrapped' not 'metallic' on entry documents