Mulberry-Fed Silkworm Cocoons from Canada
Silkworm cocoons fed exclusively on mulberry leaves, yielding premium silk suitable for high-end reeling. Known for purity and fineness, they are a staple in luxury textile imports. Classified under HTS 5001.00.00.00 for their raw, reeling-ready state.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include feed provenance certificates to justify premium pricing and support duty values
• Use ventilated packaging to manage humidity; inspect for aflatoxin contamination
• Batch by harvest date to trace potential quality issues during customs exams