Silk Knitted Headband from Japan
A soft, stretchy headband made from over 70% silk yarn, knitted for comfort and elasticity, designed to hold hair back during activities. It falls under HTS 6117.80.30.10 as a made-up knitted clothing accessory containing predominantly silk. The high silk content provides a luxurious feel and sheen typical of silk fiber accessories.
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
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight with lab test certificates to avoid reclassification to lower silk headings
• Include detailed fiber composition labels and country-of-origin documentation for smooth CBP clearance
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; silk's premium pricing requires accurate invoices to prevent audits