Bias-Cut Silk Slippery Skirt
A bias-cut skirt knitted from yarn containing 95% silk waste, designed for a fluid drape and movement. It is a made-up knitted article for women, classifiable under the 'other textile materials' provision of heading 61.04 because silk is not an artificial fibre and no other heading in this chapter more specifically covers it.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 18% | — | 18% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the skirt is made of artificial fibres such as rayon or acetate
Artificial fibre skirts fall under the sibling item for artificial fibres.
If the skirt is made of synthetic fibres like polyester or nylon
Synthetic fibre skirts are classified under a different subheading in heading 61.04.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the skirt is classified as knitted or crocheted and made up, as per Chapter 61 notes
• Declare the fibre composition accurately, as silk waste content may affect duty rates
• Keep commercial invoices and origin documents ready for CBSA inspection
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