Silk Yarn Ensemble with Divided Skirt from Japan
Coordinated women's silk knitted top, waistcoat, and divided skirt ensemble for active professional wear, all in matching silk yarn. Classified in HTS 6104.29.20.87 as other silk ensembles, compliant with notes allowing waistcoat as second upper garment. No pockets below waist or ribbing disqualifies from other headings.
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
• Explicitly note 'divided skirt' in descriptions to distinguish from trousers per suit definitions
• Test for <10 stitches/cm average, which could reclassify under 6105/6106 exclusions
• Secure GSP or similar for silk origin to reduce duties