Silk Ensemble Skirt Set from Japan
A women's knitted ensemble consisting of a silk blouse and a matching high-waisted skirt, both containing over 70% silk by weight. This set is put up for retail sale with identical silk fabric construction, style, and color, qualifying as an ensemble under heading 6104 per Chapter Note 3(b). The skirt component drives classification to 6104.29.20.28 due to its silk content.
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 fiber content exceeds 70% silk via lab testing for accurate classification; ensure ensemble components match in fabric, color, and size as per notes
• Label as 'made up knitted' and provide retail packaging proof to avoid reclassification to parts