Silk-Blend Printed Silk Chiffon Scarf Fabric from China
This lightweight, printed woven fabric is made from artificial filament yarns blended with 35% silk by weight, ideal for luxury scarves and shawls. It falls under HTS 5408.34.30.00 due to its printed design, high silk content exceeding 30%, and value over $33 per kg. The artificial filament base classifies it within Chapter 54 for woven artificial staple filament fabrics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify silk content via lab testing with invoices to confirm >30% by weight for accurate classification
• Provide detailed value documentation as duties apply only if over $33/kg; undervaluation risks penalties
• Ensure printing is on both sides or as specified to avoid misclassification under unprinted headings