Freestanding Metal Thread Embroidery Applique from China
Freestanding embroidery appliques made with metallic threads (e.g., Lurex) without any visible ground, per Chapter Note 10 inclusion of metal thread articles for apparel. HTS 5810.10.00.00 covers this as embroidery in motifs for decorative purposes like costume jewelry or uniform accents. The design relies entirely on stitched metal threads.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.1%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Specify metal content percentage in invoices; high metal may trigger additional hallmarking requirements
• Ensure appliques are not attached to garments pre-import to avoid Chapter 62 apparel classification