Silk Crew Neck T-Shirt from Germany
A premium crew neck T-shirt made from 100% silk fabric, knitted for a soft, luxurious feel against the skin. It falls under HTS 6109.90.40 because it is a knitted T-shirt containing over 70% silk by weight, fitting the category of T-shirts and similar garments of other textile materials dominated by silk. Ideal for everyday luxury wear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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 sourced from major producers like China or India
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as cotton blends; ensure no drawstrings or ribbed waistbands to stay out of other headings