Silk Pile Apparel Lining from Germany
Soft woven pile silk fabric with 92% silk content, used as premium lining in jackets and coats for added warmth and luxury feel. HTS 5801.90.20.10 applies to its high silk weft pile, excluding knits or narrow types per chapter exclusions. Provides a plush interior without bulk.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include technical specs on weave and pile height in entry docs; ensure no metal threads to avoid Chapter 58 note expansion issues
• Common pitfall: undervaluing luxury silk for duty evasion