Pure Silk Sweater Pant Set from Japan
Luxury women's knitted ensemble of a pure silk sweater (over 70% silk waste blend) with slim-fit silk pants. Meets HTS 6104.29.20.71 criteria for silk-dominant sweater ensembles in other textiles, knitted construction, and retail set packaging. Chapter notes confirm exclusion of swimwear but inclusion of this style.
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
• Test for silk waste content inclusion, as it counts toward 70% threshold; keep lab reports handy
• Ensure no drawstrings or ribbed waistbands on lower garment to avoid exclusion from heading 6104
• Declare as ensemble on commercial invoice to match entry summary and prevent piece-rate duties