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Mulberry Silk Pleated Shorts from Germany

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.

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

• 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