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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of cotton sewing thread, not packaged for retail sale (SITC 65121) totaled $166K in April 2026, traded with 27 countries.
Importers of Cotton Sewing Thread, Not Packaged for Retail Sale paid $34K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 20% on $166K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataIndustrial-grade cotton sewing thread sold in bulk cones, tubes, or spools intended for garment manufacturers, textile mills, and cut-and-sew operations rather than end consumers. The absence of retail packaging is the defining classification criterion here, distinguishing this product from its retail-packaged counterpart and reflecting its role as a production input rather than a consumer good. Cotton thread in this form is a foundational supply-chain commodity for apparel and home-textile manufacturing, where consistent tensile strength, twist, and ticket number specifications drive sourcing decisions.
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Customs authorities look for evidence that the thread is presented in industrial formats — large cones, tubes, or cross-wound packages — rather than consumer-ready retail units. Commercial invoices, packing lists, and product specifications showing spool size, yardage, and intended industrial end-use help substantiate the classification. If thread arrives in mixed shipments containing both retail and non-retail formats, each presentation must be classified separately.
Ticket number (a standardized measure of thread fineness) and twist direction (S-twist or Z-twist) are key procurement specifications for industrial buyers. Mismatched twist direction can cause seam puckering on high-speed sewing machines, while incorrect ticket numbers affect stitch quality and needle compatibility. Importers sourcing from multiple origins should verify that these parameters are consistent across supplier lots to avoid production disruptions.
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Monthly import values over time