Silk Silk-Waste Blend Blouse from Japan
A loose-fitting women's blouse made from a blend of silk and silk waste, knitted for a soft drape and breathability. It features a V-neckline, short sleeves, and no tightening at the bottom, qualifying as a blouse under heading 6106. Classified here due to predominant silk or silk waste content and subject to cotton restraints (339) for quota purposes.
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 tests to confirm silk/silk waste predominance, as blends may trigger reclassification
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'subject to cotton restraints (339)' to avoid delays in quota allocation
• Ensure no pockets below waist or ribbed waistband, per Chapter notes for 6106, to prevent shift to other headings