Silk Satin Slip Dress from Canada
A lightweight silk slip dress designed as an undergarment for women, featuring a straight silhouette with thin straps and lace trim at the hem. It contains over 70% silk by weight, qualifying it under HTS 6108.19.10.00 as a knitted or crocheted slip of silk or silk waste. The smooth satin finish provides a luxurious layer beneath form-fitting clothing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify silk content via lab testing to confirm 70% threshold; include fiber composition labels per FTC rules
• Declare as 'slip' not 'dress' to avoid reclassification
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls during appraisal