Silk Bookbinding Cloth Tape from Japan
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 — 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%
Import Tips
• Specify bookbinding end-use but classify as fabric
• No lamination to avoid Chapter 59
• Width verification essential