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
9903.03.0110%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
• 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