HS Code for Retail silk yarn

Retail silk yarn is classified under HS code 5006.00 because it encompasses silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste that has been specifically prepared and packaged for direct sale to consumers. According to the Section XI legal notes of the Harmonized System, yarn is considered "put up for retail sale" only if it meets strict weight and packaging criteria. For silk and silk waste, the weight of the yarn, including any support such as a reel or card, must not exceed 125 grams. This classification also uniquely includes silk-worm gut, which is a specialized material used in various applications. The primary determinant for this code is the combination of the material (silk or silk waste) and its presentation for the end-user market rather than industrial processing. This ensures that high-value silk products intended for domestic crafts like embroidery or hand-weaving are correctly identified for customs purposes and duty application.

Products Included

• Pure silk embroidery thread packaged for retail
• Spun silk yarn in 50g balls
• Noil silk yarn for hand-knitting
• Silk-worm gut in retail lengths
• Yarn from silk waste put up for domestic use

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 5004.00 (silk yarn not for retail) or 5005.00 (yarn from silk waste not for retail). The distinction lies entirely in the packaging and weight. If the yarn is on a large industrial cone weighing 1kg, it cannot be classified under 5006.00. It is also sometimes confused with 5401.10 (sewing thread of man-made filaments), but silk is a natural protein fiber and must remain in Chapter 50.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Retail silk yarn?

The HS code for retail silk yarn, including yarn spun from silk waste and silk-worm gut, is 5006.00.

What defines "put up for retail sale" for silk?

For silk yarn to be classified as "put up for retail sale," it must be in a form such as a ball or on a support and must not exceed a weight of 125 grams per unit.