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Silk Silk-Waste Blend Blouse from Japan

A loose-fitting women's blouse made from a knitted fabric containing 70% or more silk waste by weight, featuring a V-neckline and long sleeves. It qualifies for HTS 6106.90.1500 as a women's blouse of silk or silk waste exceeding 70% composition, knitted or crocheted, without drawstrings or ribbed waistbands at the bottom. Designed for everyday professional wear with a flowing silhouette.

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 via lab testing to confirm 70%+ silk or silk waste, as required for this subheading; retain certificates for CBP review

• Ensure no drawstrings, ribbed waistbands, or tightening at the bottom to avoid exclusion from heading 6109 and reclassification

• Label garments clearly with fiber composition, country of origin, and care instructions per FTC and CBP standards to prevent holds