Raw silk refers to silk fibers that have not been processed or twisted into yarn. It is in its natural state, ready for further processing.

How do I know if my silk is raw?

If the silk has not been spun or woven, and is still in its fiber form, it is classified as raw silk.

What is the significance of HS-6 500200?

HS-6 500200 is the specific code for raw silk under HS-4 5002, which you must use for accurate tariff classification.

Are there any restrictions on importing raw silk?

Import restrictions can vary by country, so it's essential to check local regulations regarding silk imports.

What documentation do I need for importing raw silk?

You typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or quality, depending on your destination country's requirements.

HS-4 · Heading

5002 — Raw silk (not thrown)

Chapter 50: Silk

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 5002 when importing raw silk that hasn't been processed or thrown. For example, if you're bringing in a shipment of unprocessed silk fibers from China, this is the code you'll need to declare.

Choosing the right code under this heading is straightforward since HS-6 500200 is the only subheading. However, ensure that your product is indeed raw silk and not any other silk product, as that would require a different classification.

If you're unsure whether your silk is classified as raw or thrown, remember that thrown silk has been twisted and woven, while raw silk is in its natural state. This distinction is crucial for correct tariff application and compliance.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 5002 · raw silk import · silk classification · silk tariff code · HS-6 500200 · unprocessed silk · silk fibers · silk cocoons · silk products · trade silk regulations · import silk · silk export compliance

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Unprocessed silk fibers for textile manufacturing
Silk cocoons ready for spinning
Raw silk for artisanal silk products
Bulk shipments of raw silk for export
Silk fibers sourced from sericulture
Natural silk without any chemical treatment

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is raw silk?: Raw silk refers to silk fibers that have not been processed or twisted into yarn. It is in its natural state, ready for further processing.
How do I know if my silk is raw?: If the silk has not been spun or woven, and is still in its fiber form, it is classified as raw silk.
What is the significance of HS-6 500200?: HS-6 500200 is the specific code for raw silk under HS-4 5002, which you must use for accurate tariff classification.
Are there any restrictions on importing raw silk?: Import restrictions can vary by country, so it's essential to check local regulations regarding silk imports.
What documentation do I need for importing raw silk?: You typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or quality, depending on your destination country's requirements.