About HS Code 500500
This HS code specifically covers yarn produced by spinning silk waste (from 500300), rather than reeling continuous filaments, and it is not prepared for retail sale. Spun silk yarn has a distinct, slightly slubby texture and a matte luster compared to filament silk yarn, making it suitable for different textile applications. Countries with substantial silk waste resources and spinning capabilities, like China, India, and Uzbekistan, are primary exporters. Importers include textile mills and manufacturers in countries such as Italy, Germany, and Japan, who utilize this yarn for weaving, knitting, or blending with other fibers to create unique fabrics, often for apparel, home furnishings, or technical textiles. The trade in spun silk yarn is driven by its cost-effectiveness relative to filament silk and its unique aesthetic properties, appealing to designers seeking a more rustic or textured silk look. Quality parameters include fiber length, yarn count, and twist.
Products Under This Code
Spun silk yarn (bulk), Silk noil yarn, Schappe silk yarn, Bourette silk yarn, Carded silk yarn, Combed silk yarn, Silk waste blend yarn
Real World Examples
Spun silk yarn for weaving, Silk noil yarn for knitwear, Schappe silk yarn for upholstery, Bourette silk yarn for artisanal fabrics
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 500400 (yarn from raw silk) because its origin is silk waste, not continuous filaments. It also differs from 500600 as 500500 is not put up for retail sale, indicating industrial quantities.
Products Classified Under 5005.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Uzbekistan are major exporters, with Italy, Germany, and Japan being key importers of bulk spun silk yarn.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 500500?
HS code 500500 covers: Silk; yarn spun from silk waste, not put up for retail sale. This HS code specifically covers yarn produced by spinning silk waste (from 500300), rather than reeling continuous filaments, and it is not prepared for retail sale. Spun silk yarn has a distinct, slightly slubby texture and a matte luster compared to filament silk yarn, making it suitable for different textile applications. Countries with substantial silk waste resources and spinning capabilities, like China, India, and Uzbekistan, are primary exporters. Importers include textile mills and manufacturers in countries such as Italy, Germany, and Japan, who utilize this yarn for weaving, knitting, or blending with other fibers to create unique fabrics, often for apparel, home furnishings, or technical textiles. The trade in spun silk yarn is driven by its cost-effectiveness relative to filament silk and its unique aesthetic properties, appealing to designers seeking a more rustic or textured silk look. Quality parameters include fiber length, yarn count, and twist.
What products fall under HS code 500500?
Spun silk yarn (bulk), Silk noil yarn, Schappe silk yarn, Bourette silk yarn, Carded silk yarn, Combed silk yarn, Silk waste blend yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 500500?
This code is distinct from 500400 (yarn from raw silk) because its origin is silk waste, not continuous filaments. It also differs from 500600 as 500500 is not put up for retail sale, indicating industrial quantities.
How is HS code 500500 structured?
HS code 500500 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (50) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.