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Metallic Thread Laces from Japan

Polyester laces with metallic lurex threads for fashion sneakers and corsets. Still footwear/corset lacings under HTS 6307.90.50 as textile-dominant. Sparkle effect from minor metallic inclusion.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Metallic % <5% to avoid 5806 metallized fabrics

• Flammability tests for apparel-contact items

• Not Chapter 83 metal articles