Silk Batwing Bow Tie from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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