Pure Silk Sleeveless Vest from Germany
Women's sleeveless pullover vest crafted from 100% silk waste yarn, with a round neck and no front opening. Classified in HTS 6110.90.10.40 due to high silk content, knitted construction, and vest style for girls or women, not a sweater vest. Excludes orthopedic or worn articles per chapter notes.
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
• Provide yarn origin certificates for silk waste to support 70%+ claim during CBP review
• Label as 'knitted vest' not 'camisole' to prevent shift to undergarments
• Check for drawstrings or ribbed bottoms, which could exclude from heading 6109 but apply here