Silk Waste Blouse Gusset
An underarm gusset knitted from 71% silk waste, diamond-shaped for ease and mobility in silk blouses. It is essential for fitted designs and serves as a knitted part of a garment. This product falls under tariff item 6117.90.90 as an 'other' part.
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 gusset is sold as uncut fabric
Knitted fabric in the piece falls under Chapter 60, not as a garment part.
If the gusset is part of a complete blouse
A complete blouse with gussets would be classified under heading 6106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the gusset as a knitted part of a garment, not as fabric
• Have the silk waste content and diamond shape documented for CBSA
• Verify if the gusset is considered 'made up' under Section XI note 7
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