Silk Pleated Maxi Skirt

Flowing maxi skirt with tiered pleats from 85% silk dupioni, ideal for evening wear and full-length coverage. It qualifies for HTS 6204.59.4040 as a women's skirt of other textile materials with over 70% silk by weight, made up and not knitted. Chapter notes confirm classification priority for such silk garments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.6%+17.5%24.1%
🇲🇽Mexico6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇨🇦Canada6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇩🇪Germany6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇯🇵Japan6.6%+10.0%16.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6204.59Same rate: 24.1%

If silk content under 70% with mixed other fibers

Lower silk percentage falls into general 'other' skirts of other textiles without silk dominance.

6210.20.50Higher: 24.6% vs 24.1%

If overgarment like a silk overlay skirt

Garments classifiable in multiple headings prioritize 6210 per notes, excluding 6209.

6204.62Higher: 26.6% vs 24.1%

If of cotton with synthetic blends

Cotton predominant skirts go to their material-specific heading in 6204.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use independent lab analysis for silk verification; discrepancies lead to duty reassessments

Package individually for retail to avoid bulk import scrutiny under ensemble rules

Confirm right-over-left closure if unisex design, per Chapter notes classifying as women's

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Silk A-Line Midi Skirt

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.

Pure Silk Pencil Skirt

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Embroidered Silk Wrap Skirt

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Bias-Cut Silk Slip Skirt

Satin bias-cut slip skirt of 80% habotai silk, straight silhouette for layering or standalone wear. HTS 6204.59.4040 covers this as women's skirt with predominant silk, non-knitted made-up article in Chapter 62. Slip design fits skirt hierarchy without pockets or waistband issues.

Tiered Ruffle Silk Skirt

Multi-tiered ruffle skirt from 70% tussah silk, bohemian style with ankle length. Classified in HTS 6204.59.4040 for high-silk content women's skirts of other materials, excluding knits; ruffles are design feature. Meets Chapter 62 made-up criteria.