Silk Duvet Filling Waste from Japan
Loose silk fiber waste from duvet or comforter filling production, classified HTS 5003.00.90.00. Natural unbleached fibers from processing trimmings. Bulk form keeps it as waste, not wadding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Prove loose waste state vs bonded wadding; fiber content labels required; industrial bulk avoids consumer goods duties