Silk Batwing Bow Tie from Germany
A thistle-style batwing bow tie made of 72% silk, knitted for a lightweight formal look popular in tuxedo ensembles. It falls under HTS 6117.80.20.00 as a silk-dominant knitted clothing accessory.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify as 'pre-tied' or 'self-tie' separately; self-tie may need extra proof of accessory vs. component use
• Use HTS-specific invoices to differentiate from lower-silk bow ties and secure correct duty application