HS Code 5508
Sewing Thread of Man-Made Staple Fibres
HS code 5508 covers sewing thread made from man-made staple fibres, including synthetic and artificial types, whether packaged for industrial use or retail sale
HS Code 5508 — Sewing Thread of Man-Made Staple Fibres
This code covers durable sewing threads manufactured from synthetic or artificial staple fibres rather than continuous filaments. It is primarily used in industrial garment manufacturing, upholstery, and home sewing, available in bulk cones or retail spools.
What's included
- Polyester staple fibre sewing thread
- Acrylic staple fibre sewing thread
- Rayon staple fibre sewing thread
- Core-spun sewing yarn with man-made staple wrap
What's excluded
- Sewing thread of man-made filaments → use
5401(Filament threads are classified by continuous length rather than staple (spun) length.) - Cotton sewing thread → use
5204(Vegetable-based natural fibres are classified in chapter 52.)
Common examples
- 100% Spun Polyester sewing thread cones
- Nylon staple fibre thread for heavy-duty stitching
- Viscose staple sewing thread for retail kits
- High-tenacity synthetic staple thread
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover thread for industrial machines?
Yes, it covers both industrial-sized cones and small spools intended for domestic retail sale, provided they are made of staple fibres.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Fibre composition percentages must be clearly stated on the commercial invoice.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, Vietnam, Germany, India
- Top importers: Bangladesh, Vietnam, USA, Turkey
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Key takeaway
Covers spun (staple) man-made threads; distinguish from filament threads (5401) to avoid misclassification.
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