Grey Tussah Silk Yarn 40/3 from Japan
Coarse 40/3 ply grey yarn from Tussah silk (Antheraea pernyi), indeterminate natural color from garnetted non-waste stock, in bulk spools. Fits HTS 5004.00.00.00 as unbleached/indeterminate color silk yarn not for retail, per subheading note (a)(ii).
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 lab analysis showing no bleaching or dyeing processes to uphold unbleached status
• Avoid retail-like packaging; use industrial cones/hanks to stay in 5004
• For Tussah, confirm non-waste origin as wild silk can blur with noil categories