HS 5204 — Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 52 Cotton
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 52
Chapter 52 Cotton
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 5204 covers
Cotton (raw, waste), cotton yarn and woven fabrics of cotton.
Classification notes
Raw vs yarn vs fabric and construction determine the subheading.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 5204
What is HS 5204?
Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 52 (Cotton). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 5204?
Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 5204 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 5204 products?
Raw vs yarn vs fabric and construction determine the subheading.