Silk Knitted Poncho from Japan
A loose-fitting, knitted poncho made with 75% silk for a luxurious drape, ideal for casual or formal wear. It qualifies for HTS 6114.90.10 as an 'other' knitted garment containing 70%+ silk, not meeting criteria for shirts (6106) or suits due to its open design and lack of specific features. Chapter notes confirm its place among non-excluded made-up articles.
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
• Provide stitch density samples if challenged, as low stitches could exclude from certain headings per notes
• Label clearly as 'knitted silk poncho' to distinguish from woven capes in Chapter 62
• Check for drawstrings at bottom; their presence might shift to excluded categories under heading 6109 notes