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5005.00.00/Silk Piercer Waste Yarn/Japan

Silk Piercer Waste Yarn from Japan

Yarn spun from piercer silk waste (damaged cocoons), providing economical fiber for mid-grade fabrics. HTS 5005.00.00 covers this non-retail, unprocessed waste-spun yarn explicitly. Natural fiber color, no added treatments.

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%
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Import Tips

• Photographic evidence of waste source prevents disputes over fiber quality

• Check for titanium dioxide delustering if blended; disclose per notes

• Use EPCs for low-value shipments to streamline entry

Silk Piercer Waste Yarn from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5005.00.00