Silk Ribbon for Apparel Trims from Germany
A narrow woven silk ribbon, over 85% silk by weight, with a width not exceeding 30 cm and selvages on both edges, used for decorative trims on clothing. It falls under HTS 5806.39.3010 as a narrow woven fabric of silk without weft assembly by adhesive. This classification applies due to its high silk content and narrow fabric specifications per chapter notes.
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
• Verify silk content exceeds 85% with lab tests or supplier certificates to avoid reclassification
• Ensure width under 30 cm and presence of selvages for narrow fabric status
• Declare as finished ribbon, not cut from wider fabric without selvages