Dupioni Silk Fabric for Draperies from Japan
Textured dupioni silk, plain woven with 86% silk from irregular yarns, for upholstery and curtains. HTS 5007.20.0085 applies to this non-jacquard, high-silk 'other' fabric. Slubby surface adds luxury to home textiles.
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
• Specify end-use in invoices; home furnishing use keeps it in Chapter 50 vs Chapter 63
• Test for exact silk percentage; irregular yarns can skew blends
• Avoid pre-cut panels; made-up status changes to heading 6303 for furnishings