Silk; yarn (other than yarn spun from silk waste), not put up for retail sale

In plain English

This category includes silk yarn that has not been spun from silk waste and is not packaged for direct sale to consumers. The classification does not distinguish between different types of such yarn, as there is only one subheading covering all items that fit this description. Consequently, all silk yarn meeting these criteria falls under a single classification without further division.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (1)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

Chapter 50 classification notes

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Other headings in Chapter 50

• 5001 — Silk-worm cocoons suitable for reeling
• 5002 — Raw silk (not thrown)
• 5003 — Silk waste (including cocoons unsuitable for reeling, yarn waste and g…
• 5005 — Yarn spun from silk waste, not put up for retail sale
• 5006 — Silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste, put up for retail sale; silk-…
• 5007 — Woven fabrics of silk or of silk waste