Silk Waste Blouse and Skirt Ensemble

Retail-packaged women's ensemble of a sleeved blouse and knee-length skirt, both exceeding 70% silk waste by weight in woven ivory silk fabric. Falls under HTS 6204.29.40.88 as a qualifying ensemble with upper and lower body pieces of identical style/composition, designed for office attire with no waist pockets or ribbing per notes. Right-over-left closure confirms women's classification.

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.

6204.59.40Higher: 24.1% vs 10%

If of man-made fibers instead of silk

Material composition shifts from silk subheading to other textile materials within ensembles.

6211.33Higher: 26% vs 10%

If identifiable as ski ensemble by texture and style

Heading 6211 ski ensembles override based on appearance/texture for skiing use, per specific notes.

6204.62Higher: 26.6% vs 10%

If of cotton rather than silk

Primary fiber changes the 'other textile materials' subheading entirely within 6204 ensembles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include commercial invoice detailing exact silk waste percentage and weave type to support 6204 classification

Use hangtags showing set pricing for retail sale evidence; separate sale risks 6205/6206 individual duties

Beware moisture damage in transit affecting silk; declare accurately to avoid FDA/cosmetic misclass if scented

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Silk Silk-Waste Ensemble Dress Set

This women's ensemble consists of a silk silk-waste blouse and a matching divided skirt, both containing over 70% silk waste by weight, presented together for retail sale. It qualifies under HTS 6204.29.40.88 as an ensemble of silk-dominated textile materials, not knitted, meeting the chapter's definition of identical fabric construction, style, color, and compatible sizing. The set is designed for formal occasions with right-over-left closure typical for women's garments.

High-Silk Ensemble Pant Suit

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Luxury Silk Ensemble with Waistcoat

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Silk-Dominant Formal Ensemble Set

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