Silk Prayer Shawl from Canada
Knitted silk tallit or prayer shawl with 78% silk, used in religious ceremonies for shoulder coverage. Classified in HTS 6114.90.10 as other knitted silk garment, not a full upper-body shirt and due to cultural design. Chapter allows metal thread for fringes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Declare religious end-use but classify per form, not purpose
• Document fringes as integral, not separate accessories
• Avoid worn appearance to exclude 6309