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Cotton Beading Cord

Fine twisted cotton thread/cord for stringing beads in jewelry making, crafts, and macramé bracelets. Falls under HTS 5609.00.10.00 as a specialized cotton yarn article NES.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5205.31.00.00Higher: 40.8% vs 37.9%

If marketed as sewing or embroidery thread

Threads for sewing machines classify under cotton thread heading 5204/5205.

7117.90.75.00Lower: 10% vs 37.9%

If imported pre-strung with imitation pearls/beads

Jewelry sets with textile cord shift to Chapter 71 as imitation jewelry.

5606.00.00Higher: 43% vs 37.9%

If chenille or gimped cotton yarn construction

Specific yarn types like chenille go to 5606 before becoming articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label spools clearly as 'beading/jewelry cord' with yarn count to support craft end-use

Avoid overstating strength; fine cords (<1mm) risk confusion with sewing thread (Chapter 52)

Batch test fiber content to confirm pure cotton status