Silk Knitted Sweater Ensemble Set from Japan
This women's ensemble consists of a silk knitted sweater paired with matching silk trousers, all made from fine silk yarn and designed for coordinated retail sale. It falls under HTS 6104.29.20.75 as an ensemble of silk 'other textile materials' (silk), knitted or crocheted, qualifying as 'other' sweaters not meeting stricter suit definitions. The set meets ensemble criteria with identical fabric construction, style, color, and compatible sizing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify all components use identical silk yarn construction, color, and style per Chapter 61 note (b) for ensembles to avoid reclassification as separate garments
• Provide lab test reports confirming >70% silk content and knitted structure; declare as 'ensemble set' on entry docs