Silk Bookbinding Cloth Tape from Germany
Narrow silk cloth tape (85% silk), ≤30 cm wide with selvages for bookbinding covers. Classified HTS 5806.39.3010 as other narrow woven silk fabrics. Provides premium finish for luxury books.
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
• Specify bookbinding end-use but classify as fabric
• No lamination to avoid Chapter 59
• Width verification essential