Silk Satin Briefs

Women's high-waisted silk satin briefs made from 92% silk and 8% elastane, designed as intimate underwear with lace trim. Classified under HTS 6108.99.50.13 because they are knitted or crocheted women's underwear containing over 70% silk by weight. These slips and panties fall squarely in this category due to their silk-dominant composition and underwear function.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China0.6%+10.0%10.6%
🇲🇽Mexico0.6%+10.0%10.6%
🇨🇦Canada0.6%+10.0%10.6%
🇩🇪Germany0.6%+10.0%10.6%
🇯🇵Japan0.6%+10.0%10.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6108.21.00Higher: 25.1% vs 10.6%

If containing less than 70% silk, like 60% silk blends

Drops to man-made fiber subgroup if silk content falls below 70% threshold, per heading structure.

6208.91.10Higher: 25% vs 10.6%

If not knitted or crocheted, but woven

Chapter 62 covers non-knitted apparel; woven silk panties shift there despite material.

6114.30.10Higher: 45.7% vs 10.6%

If sold as part of a larger garment set

Garments presented as sets may classify under 6114 if not prima facie underwear.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify silk content via lab testing to confirm 70%+ by weight, as discrepancies can lead to reclassification and penalties

Include detailed fiber composition labels and certificates of origin for silk provenance to expedite customs clearance

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling elastane blends; ensure all underwear items meet knitted criteria per Chapter 61 notes