Silk Infused Maxi Dress from China
A flowing maxi dress crafted from synthetic fabric incorporating 30% or more silk waste for a luxurious drape and sheen, perfect for summer weddings. Classified under HTS 6204.43.20.00 due to its synthetic fiber base with significant silk content, as a made-up women's dress not knitted. This distinguishes it from pure silk garments in other headings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain third-party fiber analysis certificates to substantiate silk percentage claims during import entry
• Watch for pitfalls in silk waste declaration—CBP may require breakdown if waste affects weight calculation
• Use proper HTS documentation to differentiate from swimwear or knitted dresses, avoiding duty refunds or seizures