Raw Spun Silk Waste Yarn
Minimally processed raw yarn spun from silk waste, retaining natural characteristics. It is supplied in bulk form, not for retail sale, and is unbleached with the natural color of the silk waste.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yarn is spun from silk, not waste
Silk yarn from silk filament is classified under heading 50.04.
If put up for retail sale
Retail-packaged silk yarn is classified under heading 50.06.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the minimal processing to show the yarn is unbleached and undyed
• Ensure the yarn is not put up for retail sale (e.g
• no small hanks)
• Keep records of the silk waste source for customs verification
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Coarse Silk Waste Yarn Ne 10
Coarse count (Ne 10) yarn spun from silk waste, designed for heavy canvas or rope applications. It is supplied in industrial bulk form, not put up for retail sale, and retains the natural color of the constituent silk fibers.
Degummed Silk Waste Spun Yarn
Degummed silk waste spun into versatile yarn for apparel interlinings or linings. The degumming process removes sericin but retains the natural color, and the yarn is supplied in industrial bulk form, not for retail sale.
Fine Silk Waste Spun Yarn Ne 40
Finer Ne 40 yarn spun from selected silk waste, suitable for voiles and lightweight fabrics. It is classified under this item as yarn spun from silk waste, in bulk form, not put up for retail sale.
Grey Silk Waste Spun Yarn
Grey yarn spun from garnetted silk waste stock, with indeterminate color, for bulk weaving applications. It meets the definition of unbleached yarn from waste per the subheading notes, and is not put up for retail sale.
Industrial Silk Waste Weaving Yarn
Warp yarn spun from silk waste, designed for power looms in industrial weaving. It is supplied in bulk, not for retail sale, and retains the natural color of the silk waste fibers.
Natural Color Silk Waste Yarn
Unbleached natural ecru yarn spun from silk waste, intended for organic textiles. It is supplied in bulk cones, not put up for retail sale, and retains the natural color of the constituent fibers.