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Metallic Lamé Ribbon Fabric for Apparel Trim

Narrow-width lamé fabric woven from metalized yarn, used as trim on jackets and dresses in apparel manufacturing. Falls under HTS 5809.00.00.00 for its apparel purpose, even if narrow, as it exceeds narrow fabric exclusions when used as full fabric panels. Chapter notes prioritize end-use over width for metal thread fabrics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5806.32Lower: 16.2% vs 49.9%

If narrow woven fabric under 30cm with no specific apparel claim

Chapter note defines narrow woven fabrics by width, regardless of material.

5606.00.00Lower: 43% vs 49.9%

If gimped or crinkled metalized yarn fabric

Specialty yarn fabrics like gimped go to 5606.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 49.9%

If cut and hemmed into finished accessory trims

Made-up clothing accessories classify in Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure flattened width carefully; under 30cm risks 5806 but apparel end-use prevails

Attach pattern cards showing apparel integration to support classification

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