Dyed Habutai Silk Fabric from Japan
Lightweight habutai silk fabric woven from colored (dyed) silk yarns, available in various solid shades like navy and crimson, with smooth finish suitable for blouses and linings. Classified under HTS 5007.90.60.30 as other silk woven fabric subject to wool restraints, as it uses dyed yarns per subheading note (c). The plain weave structure distinguishes it from organzine or satin finishes.
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
• Document dyeing process with lab reports showing colored yarn construction to meet subheading note (c) definitions
• Label rolls clearly with fiber content, width, and weight (typically 8-10 mmf) for easy customs inspection
• Check for quota availability under 410 restraint before shipping; over-quota entries face higher duties