Grey Silk Waste Spun Yarn from Japan
Grey yarn spun from garnetted silk waste stock, indeterminate color, for bulk weaving applications. Meets HTS 5005.00.00 as per subheading note (a)(ii) for grey yarn from waste, no retail packaging. Delustered if man-made traces, but pure silk waste base.
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
• Include garnetting process certification to prove grey yarn status under note (a)(ii)
• Weigh packages; retail put-up threshold is key differentiator from 5006
• Harmonize descriptions with HTSUS terms to speed customs clearance