Silk Waste Tussah Woven Fabric from Germany
Coarse textured fabric woven from tussah silk waste yarns, featuring natural slubby appearance and earthy tones suitable for casual jackets. Classified in HTS 5007.90.60.30 as other silk or silk waste woven fabrics subject to wool restraints, explicitly covering silk waste per heading description. Provides rustic luxury alternative to smooth mulberry silk.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for silk waste content vs. pure filament; tussah requires fiber analysis reports for authentication
• Declare exact width and construction (plain or twill) for accurate statistical breakouts
• Quota 410 monitoring essential; tussah imports compete with same restraint as fine silks