HS chapter 50 tariff rates
Silk: 6 product categories with real US schedule data.
Chapter 50 at a glance
- Product categories with schedule data: 6
- Tariff lines across those categories: 12
- Most common base rates: Free on 6
Nearby chapters: Chapter 49 - Chapter 51
All codes in chapter 50
| Code | Base rate | Goods |
|---|---|---|
| 500100 | Free | Silkworm cocoons suitable for reeling |
| 500200 | Free | Raw silk (not thrown) |
| 500300 | Free | Silk waste (including cocoons unsuitable for reeling, yarn waste and garnetted stock): |
| 500400 | Free | Silk yarn (other than yarn spun from silk waste) not put up for retail sale |
| 500500 | Free | Yarn spun from silk waste, not put up for retail sale |
| 500600 | Free | Silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste, put up for retail sale; silkworm gut: |
Chapter 50 questions
What does HS chapter 50 cover?
Chapter 50 covers Silk. This page lists the 6 six-digit product categories in it that have real lines in the US tariff schedule, each with its base rate and a link to the full detail page.
Where do these rates come from?
The base rates come from the structured US tariff schedule, read through the Tariff Wire HS lookup. Recent actions come from published Federal Register notices from the last 30 days.
Can I use this page to classify my goods?
No. These pages cover six-digit product categories. The exact 8 or 10 digit classification of your goods, and what you owe on a specific entry, is work for you and your licensed customs broker.
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Free HS lookupGeneral trade information, not customs brokerage or legal advice. Last updated 2026-09-28 from the structured US tariff schedule. Rates change; confirm with your broker before you act.