Silk Waste Stuffed Eiderdown from Japan
Budget-friendly eiderdown using 89% silk waste fill quilted into a durable silk shell for cozy bedding. Specifically under HTS 9404.40.90.23 for articles containing ≥85% silk or silk waste by weight. Recycles silk byproducts into plush comfort.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Differentiate silk waste vs. pure silk in invoices to match exact subheading language
• Test for allergens; silk waste may contain impurities triggering FDA scrutiny