Pure Silk Waste Spinning Yarn 2-Ply
Two-ply yarn spun from 100% silk spinning waste, qualifying under HTS 5005.00.00.10 with silk waste content far exceeding 85%. Unbleached and in natural fiber color, the folded construction provides strength for industrial knitting machines. Used primarily for mid-weight silk suiting fabrics and scarves.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If spun from silk noil specifically
Noil yarn has dedicated statistical reporting under 5004.00.0020 separate from general silk waste yarn.
If acrylic core-spun with silk waste sheath
Core-spun yarns with synthetic core over 15% classify by the core material under Chapter 55.
If processed into knitting thread on large reels
Silk waste yarn specifically prepared as knitting thread moves to heading 5608.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Break down ply composition in documentation; mixed unbleached/bleached plies may qualify as 'bleached yarn' per note (b)
• Use large industrial cones (minimum 1kg) to clearly distinguish from retail craft yarn formats
• Include yarn twist multiplier and end-use statement confirming non-sewing applications
Related Products under HTS 5005.00.00.10
Noil Silk Spun Yarn 100% Silk Waste
This coarse yarn is spun entirely from silk noil, a byproduct of silk reeling containing 100% silk waste by weight, meeting the 85% threshold for HTS 5005.00.00.10. It is unbleached with the natural color of the fibers and not put up for retail sale, intended for industrial weaving or knitting applications. The high silk waste content provides a textured, matte finish ideal for apparel fabrics.
Silk Waste Bourette Spun Yarn 90% Silk
Bourette yarn spun from silk waste features irregular thick-and-thin texture, composed of 90% silk waste exceeding the 85% requirement for HTS 5005.00.00.10. This unbleached, indeterminate color yarn from garnetted silk stock is supplied in industrial cones not intended for retail. It's commonly used in weaving slubby silk fabrics for fashion garments.
Unbleached Silk Noil Spinning Waste Yarn
Industrial yarn spun from short silk noil fibers recovered during spinning, achieving 92% silk waste content for HTS 5005.00.00.10 classification. Retaining the natural ecru color without bleaching, dyeing, or printing per subheading note (a), it's wound on large cones for machinery use. Perfect for creating rustic silk tweeds and upholstery textiles.
Grey Silk Waste Spun Yarn for Weaving
Grey yarn manufactured from garnetted silk waste stock, containing 87% silk waste and exhibiting indeterminate color as defined in subheading note (a)(ii) for HTS 5005.00.00.10. Not bleached, dyed, or printed, this industrial product is cone-wound for power looms producing silk shantung fabric. The rough texture comes from imperfect waste fibers.
Industrial Silk Waste Yarn Natural Color
Heavy denier yarn from garnetted silk waste (88% silk content) retaining natural fiber color without bleaching for HTS 5005.00.00.10. Treated only with colorless dressing for spinning stability, this product supplies weaving mills producing raw silk broadcloth. The matte appearance suits technical textile applications.
Silk Noil Waste Spun Yarn Unprocessed
Coarse unprocessed yarn from silk noil waste (95% silk content) classified under HTS 5005.00.00.10 for high silk waste proportion. Completely unbleached with natural off-white color from fiber impurities, supplied in machine-ready cones. Essential for artisan silk paper and specialty weaving projects.