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Silk Tailored Women's Suit Set from Japan

A classic two-piece women's suit consisting of a tailored jacket and matching trousers, both knitted or crocheted from fabric containing over 70% silk by weight. This qualifies under HTS 6104.19.40.00 as a 'suit' per Chapter 61 notes, with identical silk fabric construction, color, and style for upper and lower body coverage.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing; provide mill certificates to avoid reclassification

• Label as knitted/crocheted; declare women's per closure (right-over-left) to prevent unisex disputes