Silk Bathrobe from Japan
Women's short silk bathrobe with kimono sleeves and tie belt, knitted from 70% silk and 30% cotton for softness. Fits HTS 6108.99.50.15 as a bathrobe of qualifying silk content, knitted, and 'other' within women's similar articles. Explicitly covered in the heading for post-bath loungewear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test for exact silk ratio, as blends near 70% invite audits; use independent labs if needed
• Specify 'bathrobe' not 'dressing gown' in docs if style differs, per similar articles note
• Ensure no orthopedic features, as Chapter excludes heading 9021 appliances