Silk Flock Fiber for Cosmetics from China
Ultra-fine silk flock (textile fibers ≤5mm) containing over 85% silk waste, used in premium cosmetic powders and creams for smooth texture. Classified under HTS 5601.29.0010 as flock from silk materials, not exceeding 5mm length. It leverages silk's hypoallergenic properties for skincare applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Comply with FDA cosmetic import regs; declare as 'textile flock' not 'ingredient' to avoid biotech scrutiny
• Provide particle size analysis confirming ≤5mm to match HTS flock definition