Girls' High-Silk Content Singlet from Japan
A girls' sleeveless singlet crafted from 72% silk waste yarn, knitted for breathability and comfort in casual wear. Classified under HTS 6109.90.40.20 due to its high silk waste content and status as a women's/girls' knitted tank-style garment without bottom tightening. Chapter notes confirm it as a similar garment in heading 6109 for silk-dominated blends.
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
• Include detailed yarn composition certificates to prove silk waste exceeds 70% by weight
• Label garments with care instructions suitable for silk blends to meet import standards
• Watch for pitfalls in age sizing; ensure under 86cm height if bordering on babies' garments (6111)