Pure Silk Taffeta Fabric from China
Crisp, medium-weight woven silk taffeta with a distinctive rustle and subtle luster, composed of 100% silk exceeding 85% by weight. Falls under HTS 5007.20.00 for high-silk content woven fabrics excluding noil. Ideal for structured garments like cocktail dresses and upholstery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide weave structure specs (plain or twill) and fiber analysis to confirm >85% silk compliance
• Use specialized packaging to prevent creasing; declare as greige if unbleached per subheading notes
• Watch for blended imports—any drop below 85% silk triggers reclassification