Silk Dressmaker Braid

Fine woven silk braid for high-end garment binding and hat bands, in the piece form. HTS 5808.10.90.00 includes this embroidery-free ornamental trim for apparel use. Luxurious finish for couture applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5007.10.60Lower: 38.9% vs 39.2%

If woven fabrics of silk ≥85% silk

Pure silk woven fabrics classify under Chapter 50, not as ornamental trims.

5806.10Lower: 13.8% vs 39.2%

If narrow woven of silk ≤30 cm

Silk narrow woven fabrics have dedicated subheading in 5806.

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 39.2%

If imitating imitation jewelry cords

Imitation jewelry of base metal/textile shifts to Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require silk purity certificates; avoid retail packaging to stay 'in the piece'; check for metal thread inclusions

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