Men's Silk Trousers from Japan
Classic straight-leg trousers made from 100% silk fabric, featuring a tailored fit with side pockets and a zipper fly. Classified under HTS 6203.49.60 because they contain over 70% silk by weight and are men's trousers not designed for swimwear. These are woven, made-up articles of silk textile.
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
• Verify fiber content with lab tests to confirm 70%+ silk, as declarations must match exactly to avoid penalties
• Include detailed invoices specifying silk percentage and garment measurements for CBP review
• Avoid misclassification as suit components; standalone trousers require separate entry