Silk-Blend Synthetic Suit Jacket from Germany
A tailored women's suit-type jacket made primarily from synthetic fibers but containing over 30% silk by weight, featuring a notched lapel and single-breasted design. It qualifies for HTS 6204.33.10.00 as a suit-type jacket of synthetic fibers with significant silk content, distinguishing it from pure synthetic or pure silk garments. The silk adds a luxurious sheen and drape while synthetic fibers provide structure.
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
• Obtain lab test reports verifying silk content exceeds 30% by weight, as required for this subheading
• Label garments clearly with fiber composition per FTC rules to avoid reclassification during import
• Check for any silk waste fibers in blend; declare accurately to prevent penalties