Silk Trimmed Sheath Dress from Japan
A tailored sheath dress of synthetic fibers with 30% silk integrated throughout for subtle luster, designed for office or formal wear. It qualifies for HTS 6204.43.20.00 as a women's dress of synthetic fibers containing substantial silk or silk waste, excluding knitted fabrics. The made-up article status fits Chapter 62 precisely.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label garments with accurate fiber content per 16 CFR Part 303, highlighting silk blend to meet import documentation standards
• For ensembles, ensure not classified as sets; individual dresses avoid ensemble rules in chapter notes