Unbleached Bombyx Mori Silk Yarn 120/2 from Japan
A premium 120/2 count unbleached yarn from Bombyx mori silk cocoons, retaining natural ivory color, packaged in large industrial hanks. Classified under HTS 5004.00.00.00 as unbleached silk yarn (natural fiber color, no bleaching/dyeing) not for retail.
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
• Provide cocoon origin certificates to confirm noil-free silk, avoiding disputes with waste yarn categories
• Label shipments clearly as 'industrial bulk yarn' to distinguish from retail under subheading definitions
• Watch for bleaching agents; even fugitive dyes disqualify under unbleached yarn note (a)