Silk Shawl Trims from Germany
Knitted silk border pieces with over 70% silk, designed as attachable trims for shawls and wraps. Classified as parts of knitted clothing accessories under HTS 6117.90.10 for their predominant silk composition.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'parts for shawls' with HTS reference to prevent finished good duties
• Retain supplier certifications for silk purity to comply with CBP fiber content rules
• Avoid bulk packaging; present as retail-ready parts to match 'made up' criteria