Silk Bias Binding Tape from China
Narrow bias binding tape made from 85%+ silk, unfolded width under 30 cm with folded edges, used for hemming garments. Classified in HTS 5806.39.3010 as it meets the narrow woven fabric definition (c) in chapter notes for silk-dominated materials. Not embroidered or fringed, keeping it in this specific subheading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Provide unfolded width measurements in documentation to confirm narrow status
• Use invoices specifying bias cut and silk percentage
• Watch for misdeclaration as wider fabric leading to higher duties