Silk A-Line Midi Skirt from Germany
A classic A-line midi skirt made from 100% silk fabric, featuring a high waistband and subtle pleats for elegant flow. It falls under HTS 6204.59.4040 because it is a women's skirt containing 70% or more by weight of silk, classified in Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles other than knitted. The silk content exceeds the threshold, distinguishing it from other textile skirts.
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
• Verify silk content via lab testing to confirm 70%+ threshold; invoices must specify exact composition
• Include certificates of origin for silk to qualify for preferential duties under trade agreements
• Avoid misclassification as dresses by ensuring no integrated bodice; check for proper HTS documentation