Silk Ribbon for Apparel Trims from Japan
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 — 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
• 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