Men's Silk Ensemble Shirt Set from China
A knitted silk ensemble comprising a tailored jacket, trousers, and a matching shirt, all containing over 70% silk by weight. This set qualifies as an ensemble under Chapter 61 notes due to identical fabric construction, style, color, and compatible sizing for retail sale. The shirt component drives classification under 6103.29.20.52 as part of the silk-dominated ensemble.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing; declare accurately to avoid reclassification to lower silk categories
• Provide ensemble packaging proof (retail set) and matching fabric swatches to confirm identical construction per HTS notes
• Ensure left-over-right front closure for men's classification; watch for mislabeling as women's (right-over-left)