Dyed Habutai Silk Fabric from Germany
Habutai silk fabric is a lightweight, plain-woven silk from dyed silk yarn, featuring a subtle sheen ideal for scarves and blouses. Classified under HTS 5007.90.60.90 as 'other' woven silk fabrics not meeting specific unbleached, noil, or satin criteria. The dyeing process aligns with subheading note (c) for colored yarn but falls in the residual 'other' category.
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
• Document dyeing process to confirm yarn color per subheading note (c); retain lab tests showing fastness ratings
• Ensure invoice specifies 'woven fabric of silk' and weight per square meter to prevent confusion with silk yarn (Ch. 50)