Unreliable Silk Cocoon Husks from Japan
Husks and shells from silk cocoons deemed unsuitable for reeling due to damage or immaturity, imported in raw form without carding or combing. This raw waste qualifies under HTS 5003.00.10.00 for unprocessed silk cocoon waste.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of unsuitability for reeling from producers to support classification
• Inspect for any bleaching treatment, which could redefine it as bleached yarn under note (b)
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw waste' to distinguish from processed silk under GRI rules