Men's Silk Swim Trunks from China
Luxury swim trunks made from 75% silk fabric, knitted for a smooth drape and quick-drying properties, designed for men's swimwear use. This falls under HTS 6112.39.0015 as men's swimwear containing 70% or more silk by weight, part of knitted track suits, ski-suits, and swimwear in Chapter 61. The high silk content qualifies it for the specific subheading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
33.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify silk content via lab tests and include certificates of origin for potential duty reductions
• Ensure labeling meets FTC fiber content rules to avoid penalties
• Watch for misclassification as non-swimwear shorts