Silk Knitted Scarf from Germany
A lightweight, 100% silk knitted scarf designed as a fashion accessory for neck wear. It falls under HTS 6117.80.30.90 as a made-up knitted clothing accessory containing over 70% silk by weight, not specifically provided for elsewhere in heading 6117. This classification applies to knitted or crocheted accessories distinct from garments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing for accurate classification; obtain certificates of origin for potential duty reductions
• Avoid mislabeling as non-knitted to prevent reclassification under Chapter 62