Silk Silk-Waste Windbreaker from Japan
Lightweight women's windbreaker crafted from 72% silk waste blended with polyester, with adjustable hood and drawstring waist for wind protection. Falls under HTS 6202.90.59.00 as a windbreaker (similar article) with 70%+ silk or silk waste, made-up non-knitted textile. Chapter 62 applies to such outerwear excluding knits.
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
• Document silk waste sourcing and blending ratios precisely for CBP verification
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as lower-duty polyester if silk dominates
• Use HTS advisory rulings for silk waste blends to preempt disputes