Silk Silk-Waste Leggings from China

These women's leggings are knitted from a blend containing over 70% silk waste, offering a luxurious drape and breathability ideal for casual wear. They qualify under HTS 6104.69.40.20 as they are trousers or breeches made predominantly of silk waste, excluding swimwear, and designed for women with right-over-left closure. The high silk content determines the classification within Chapter 61 for knitted apparel.

Duty Rate — China → United States

18.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm ≥70% silk/silk waste; discrepancies can lead to reclassification and penalties

Include detailed commercial invoices specifying knitted construction, silk percentage, and women's sizing for CBP review

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as woven (Chapter 62); ensure no swimwear features to stay in this subheading