Silk Blend Sweatshirt from Japan
A casual crewneck sweatshirt with 70% silk and 30% cotton fleece backing, ribbed hems but no waistband tightening. HTS 6110.90.10 applies to this knitted sweatshirt-like article due to dominant silk weight, within Chapter 61's scope for pullovers and similar.
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 average stitch count ≥10/cm to confirm knitted status and avoid exclusions
• Document retail packaging if sold as ensemble to differentiate from sets
• Beware undervaluation audits on silk blends; retain mill test reports