Silk Tussah Plain Weave Fabric from Japan
Tussah silk fabric woven from wild silk filaments, featuring a natural, slightly rough texture while maintaining 90%+ silk content. HTS 5007.90.30.90 covers this as other high-silk woven fabric not jacquard or satin. Suitable for ethnic garments and shawls.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Distinguish tussah from mulberry silk in documentation; test for weighted silk which affects duty; bundle with Chapter 50 certificates of origin