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5005.00.00.10 - Containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitykg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty50%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 5005.00.00.10, specifically covers yarn spun from silk waste that is composed of 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste. The key defining characteristic for this classification is the high silk content by weight. This designation applies to yarn that is intended for further processing and is not presented in a manner suitable for direct retail purchase by consumers.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 5005.00.00.90, which is designated for "Other" yarn spun from silk waste. While both fall under the broader heading of yarn spun from silk waste, 5005.00.00.10 requires a precise minimum silk content of 85 percent by weight, whereas the "Other" category encompasses all remaining yarn spun from silk waste that does not meet this specific threshold. The precise determination of silk content is crucial for accurate classification.

As this node is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification under 5005.00.00.10 lies solely on verifying the material composition and presentation of the yarn. The intent is to capture a specific segment of silk waste yarn characterized by its high silk purity, differentiating it from other potential waste-derived yarns or those with lower silk content.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 5005.00.00.10?
HTS code 5005.00.00.10 covers Containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 50: Silk.
›What products are classified under 5005.00.00.10?
This classification covers Containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste. It is a subcategory of Yarn spun from silk waste, not put up for retail sale (5005.00.00).
›What is the import duty rate for 5005.00.00.10?
The general rate of duty for HTS 5005.00.00.10 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 50%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 5005.00.00.10?
Imports under HTS 5005.00.00.10 are measured in kg.

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