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Silk Shawl Trims

Knitted silk border pieces, containing over 70% silk, designed as attachable trims for shawls and wraps. These are made-up knitted parts of clothing accessories, classifiable under tariff item 6117.90.10 as parts of clothing accessories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6117.80.10Higher: 12% vs Free

If the shawl trims are imported as complete shawls or as parts of complete shawls

Complete knitted shawls are classified under heading 61.17, not as parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the trims are knitted and made-up, with silk content over 70%

• If imported with the shawls, they may be classified as parts of the complete accessory

• Ensure the trims are not coated or laminated with plastics or rubber

Related Products under Tariff item 6117.90.10

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Silk Belt Loops

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Silk Capelet Collars

High-silk knitted collars, containing over 70% silk, designed for capelet accessories. These are made-up knitted parts of clothing accessories, classifiable under tariff item 6117.90.10 as parts of clothing accessories.

Silk Cardigan Button Tabs

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Silk Hat Bands

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