Silk Reeling Scrap from Japan
Scrap fibers and broken filaments collected during silk reeling operations, under 'Other' in HTS 5003.00.90.00. This waste has the natural color of silk fibers matching unbleached definitions. Ideal for recycling into spun silk.
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
• Use photos and affidavits proving reeling origin; test for delustrants common in man-made but noted here; segregate from dyed waste to maintain unbleached status