Bivoltine Silkworm Cocoons from Germany
Bivoltine silkworm cocoons, producing two generations per year, ideal for reeling into strong, uniform silk filaments. These high-yield cocoons are suitable for commercial reeling operations. They are precisely covered by HTS 5001.00.00.00 as raw silkworm cocoons ready for processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pair with commercial invoice specifying cocoon yield per 1,000 units for accurate duty assessment
• Ensure no pupae piercing; pierced cocoons risk reclassification as inedible animal products
• Register as agricultural import with USDA APHIS if from non-approved regions to expedite clearance