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Hand-Dyed Silk Art Yarn Retail Coil from Japan

Artisanal silk yarn with unique hand-dyed variegated patterns, coiled into 75g retail packs for fiber artists. HTS 5006.00.90.00 applies as colored (printed/dyed) silk yarn put up for retail per subheading note (c)(A). Ideal for experimental weaving and felting.

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

• Photos of dyeing process help prove 'printed' status for variegated patterns

• Classify as yarn only if under 3mm; thicker art batts may go to 5601

• Check for fugitive dyes; washed samples confirm per note definitions