U.S. imports of Yarn Spun from Silk Waste, Not for Retail Sale (HS 500500) totaled $462K in August 2026, imported from 10 countries.
Importers of Yarn Spun from Silk Waste, Not for Retail Sale paid $121K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 26.10% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Yarn Spun from Silk Waste, Not for Retail Sale imports of $462K in August 2026 ran 26% above the year-to-date monthly average of $366K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSpun from short-staple silk waste fibers rather than continuous reeled filament, this yarn has a characteristically matte, textured hand that distinguishes it from thrown silk yarn and positions it as a cost-accessible alternative in the woven and knitted fabric supply chain. India leads US imports under this heading, reflecting India's well-developed spun silk industry, with China and Italy also among the top suppliers. The US schedule further subdivides the heading by silk content: yarn containing more than 85% by weight of silk or silk waste (5005000010) is separated from lower-content blends (5005000090), making fiber composition testing a routine compliance step for importers.
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The US tariff schedule splits this subheading based on whether the yarn contains more than 85% by weight of silk or silk waste (5005000010) versus lower concentrations (5005000090). Importers should obtain fiber composition test reports from an accredited laboratory or supplier declarations confirming the exact silk content percentage to ensure the correct statistical suffix is declared and to support any textile labeling compliance under the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act.
Spun silk waste yarn (HTS 500500) is made from short fibers carded or combed from silk waste, producing a yarn with a softer, less lustrous appearance sometimes called 'schappe' or 'bourette' silk. Thrown silk yarn (HTS 500400) uses continuous filaments and has higher luster and tensile strength. Fabric manufacturers select between them based on the desired hand, sheen, and price point of the finished textile.
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Subheading 1 of 1 in heading 5005
Subheading 500500 · $462K of $462K
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$462KYoY · free account
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $3.7M of Yarn Spun from Silk Waste, Not for Retail Sale and exported $90K.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 7 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5005000090 | Yrn Spun Fr Slk Wste Nt Up for Retail Sale NESOI | $262K | 31.66% | 98.66% | $83K |
| 5005000010 | Yrn Spun Slk Wste Nt Rtl Sale Gt 85% Wgt Slk/Wste | $200K | 18.81% | 88.38% | $38K |
Imports · August 2026
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China and India together supply 88% of it. China pays 36.9% duty; Denmark 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
5.8% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 26.10% of imports for consumption.