Mulberry-Fed Silkworm Cocoons from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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