Silk Hiking Trousers from China
These lightweight silk trousers are designed for recreational hiking, featuring reinforced knees, multiple cargo pockets, and water-repellent treatment on the silk fabric. Classified under HTS 6204.69.05 as recreational performance outerwear trousers made of silk, distinct from everyday apparel due to their performance-oriented design for outdoor activities.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% via lab tests for Chapter 62 classification; declare as 'silk or silk waste' accurately
• Include performance features documentation (e.g
• water-repellency specs) to justify 'recreational performance outerwear' subheading
• Avoid misclassification as swimwear or casual pants; ensure no swim-specific features like quick-dry liners