Silk Crepe de Chine Fabric from Germany
Lightweight, semi-transparent woven silk fabric with a subtle pebbled texture from twisted yarns, composed of 90% silk. Falls under HTS 5007.20.00.95 as other woven silk fabrics exceeding 85% silk content, excluding noil or crepe varieties specified elsewhere. Commonly used for blouses, scarves, and linings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.970%Articles the product of a member state of the European Union, as provided for in subdivision (j)(2) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label bolts with exact silk percentage and width to prevent reclassification during customs inspection
• Include commercial invoices detailing weave type (plain vs. twill) to distinguish from heading 5007.10 crepes
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Chinese silk; use generalized system of preferences if eligible