Silk Leavers Lace Motifs from China
Individual mechanically produced silk lace motifs (floral, leaf patterns) at 88% silk content, sold in strips for applique. Classified in HTS 5804.29.90.10 as 'lace in motifs' of high-silk composition, distinct from woven or knitted fabrics. Ideal for couture embellishments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare motifs separately from base fabric; use invoices specifying 'in the piece' vs 'cut-outs' to prevent GRI 3 disputes
• Comply with silk import quotas if applicable (check ITA license requirements annually)