High-Silk Silk Waistcoat Jacket and Culottes Set

This ensemble includes a waistcoat-style upper garment, jacket, and divided skirt (culottes), all over 70% silk in matching construction per chapter notes allowing waistcoats in ensembles. Designed for retail sale covering upper and lower body, not qualifying as a suit. Fits non-knitted made-up textiles of Chapter 62.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6204.39.20Higher: 34.3% vs 10%

If of wool or fine animal hair dominant

Material shift to wool headings even if silk-present.

6210.20.50Higher: 24.6% vs 10%

If overgarments like anoraks rather than blazers

Garments of heading 6210 take precedence over ensemble classification.

6204.22.10.00Higher: 25% vs 10%

If cotton dominant with silk accents

Primary fiber determines heading, not minor silk content.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document compatible sizing across all pieces to meet ensemble definition and prevent separate classification

Use AATA rulings for silk waste blends to confirm 70% threshold compliance

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