Silk Midi Dress from Japan
A women's silk midi dress featuring a fitted bodice and flowing skirt, made entirely from 100% silk fabric. It falls under HTS 6204.49.5050 as a dress of silk, classified in Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles other than knitted or crocheted. The elegant, non-stretch silk construction distinguishes it from swimwear or other categories.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify 100% silk composition with lab tests or certificates of origin, as blends over 3% other fibers shift to 6204.49.40
• Label fiber content accurately per FTC rules; include country of origin on tags to avoid penalties
• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as knitted (Chapter 61) by confirming woven silk construction