Mulberry Silk Pleated Shorts

Women's pleated above-knee shorts from premium mulberry silk, designed for business casual ensembles. Classified in HTS 6204.29.4043 as other silk shorts (non-swimwear) for women's ensembles of other textiles. Woven construction confirms Chapter 62 applicability.

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.

6204.59.20Higher: 32.4% vs 10%

If synthetic with spandex for stretch

Stretch synthetics often classify under man-made fiber lines due to material blend.

6104.62.20Higher: 32.4% vs 10%

If body height under 86 cm for babies

Baby garments prioritize heading 6209 over ensembles per chapter notes.

6217.10Higher: 24.6% vs 10%

If made-up but not full garment, like parts

Accessory or part-like items without full garment structure go to 6217.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber burn tests for customs verification of silk purity

Avoid right-over-left closure if marketed as men's to prevent women's classification override

Document height suitability if near baby garment thresholds, though adult-focused

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Women's knee-length Bermuda shorts made from 100% silk fabric, featuring an elastic waistband and side pockets. Classified under HTS 6204.29.4043 as women's shorts of silk (other than swimwear) within ensembles of other textile materials. The silk composition and non-swimwear design place it in this specific subheading.

Pure Silk Tailored Shorts

Women's tailored mid-thigh shorts crafted from pure mulberry silk with a zip fly and belt loops. Falls under HTS 6204.29.4043 for silk shorts (other than swimwear) in women's ensembles of other textiles. Excludes knitted articles per Chapter 62 notes.

Silk Cargo Shorts Ensemble

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Handwoven Silk Walking Shorts

Women's handwoven silk shorts ideal for walking, mid-calf length with drawstring waist. HTS 6204.29.4043 covers these as silk shorts in other textile ensembles, excluding swimwear and knitted types. Matches chapter exclusion for worn clothing.

Embroidered Silk Culotte Shorts

Women's culotte-style shorts from silk with delicate embroidery, part of coordinated ensemble. Under HTS 6204.29.4043 for other silk shorts in women's ensembles, other textiles. Embroidery permitted under metal thread note if applicable.

Satin Silk Board Shorts

Women's satin-finish silk shorts resembling board style but non-swimwear, for casual ensembles. HTS 6204.29.4043 specifies silk shorts other than swimwear in ensembles. Satin weave qualifies as made-up textile article.