Silk Haberdashery Ribbon from Japan
Narrow silk ribbon (85%+ by weight) for haberdashery, ≤30 cm wide, tubular flattened or straight with selvages. HTS 5806.39.3010 applies to such other woven narrow fabrics of silk waste or pure silk. Common in craft and garment decoration.
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
• Document as 'narrow woven fabric' not 'ribbon' to prevent Chapter 62 shift
• Retain mill certificates for fiber content audits
• Package in bolts, not retail packs, for fabric status