Silk Crepe de Chine Fabric from Japan
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 — 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
• 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