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5601.29.00.10/Silk Mill Neps for Paper Reinforcement/Japan

Silk Mill Neps for Paper Reinforcement from Japan

Silk mill neps and dust, over 85% silk content, short fibers ≤5mm used to reinforce specialty handmade papers. HTS 5601.29.0010 covers these textile waste products as wadding or flock equivalents. Enhances paper strength without affecting appearance.

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%
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Import Tips

• Declare exact neps content and fiber length; mills often require purity assays for silk waste

• Avoid bulk dust shipments without sealed containers to prevent health/safety holds