Pure Silk Taffeta-Like Fabric

Crisp, plain woven silk fabric mimicking taffeta at 89% silk, for bows and millinery. HTS 5007.20.00.95 captures other >85% silk weaves not expressly taffeta. Adds structure to hats and trims.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5007.10Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If true taffeta weave

Specific taffeta subheading in 5007.10 precedes 'other'.

5902.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If coated for tire cord

Technical silk uses coated in Chapter 59.

6505.00.90Higher: 42.5% vs 35%

If made-up into hat forms

Completed headgear in Chapter 65.

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Import Tips & Compliance

High thread count certification prevents downgrade to lower headings

Declare as millinery fabric for potential lower duties vs. apparel

Monitor width; over 140cm may invoke different statistical breaks

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