Pure Silk Short Pajamas
A lightweight short-sleeve silk pajama set with a notched collar and elastic cuffs, knitted from 100% silk jersey. It is classified under tariff item 6108.39.00 as women's pyjamas of other textile materials, silk being an 'other' fibre.
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% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pajamas are of cotton
Cotton pyjamas are classified under a different subheading.
If the pajamas are of man-made fibres
Man-made fibre pyjamas are separately classified.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pajama set is knitted or crocheted, as Chapter 61 excludes woven goods
• Provide fibre content certificates to support the silk classification
• Note that garments with a drawstring or tightening at the bottom may be excluded from heading 61.09 but are fine here
Related Products under Tariff item 6108.39.00
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Bamboo Fiber Nightie
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Blended Rayon Bathrobe
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