Silk Cashmere Blend Sweater from Japan
A luxurious pullover sweater made with 75% silk and 25% cashmere, featuring a V-neck and ribbed cuffs. It falls under HTS 6110.90.10 because it is a knitted sweater containing 70% or more silk by weight, qualifying as a made-up knitted article of this chapter. The high silk content determines its classification over other fiber blends.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm ≥70% silk, as discrepancies can lead to reclassification and penalties
• Include detailed yarn composition certificates; silk waste blends must be documented precisely
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'pure silk' if blended, ensuring accurate country-of-origin marking