Silk High-Waisted Shorts
Women's mid-thigh high-waisted shorts of 85% silk satin with zipper closure. Qualifies for 6204.69.4510 as silk ≥70% content shorts (non-swimwear), made-up from textile fabrics excluding knits per Chapter 62 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If knitted from silk yarn
Knitted shorts exclude from Chapter 62, moving to Chapter 61 women's knitwear.
If for babies ≤86cm height
Heading 6209 takes precedence for infant garments over adult trousers.
If part of larger apparel set not qualifying as ensemble
Non-ensemble sets may fall to other garments in 6214.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish from swimwear by fabric and intent—non-stretchy silk supports 6204 classification
• File with correct statistical suffix (748) for trousers/shorts; errors delay release
• Pre-validate with binding ruling from CBP for borderline silk content cases
Related Products under HTS 6204.69.45.10
Silk Tailored Trousers
Women's high-waisted tailored trousers made from 100% silk fabric, featuring a slim fit and front pleats. Classified under HTS 6204.69.4510 because they contain over 70% silk or silk waste and are designed as women's trousers other than swimwear. The silk content exceeds the threshold, placing them in this specific subheading within Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles.
Silk Wide-Leg Palazzo Pants
Flowing women's palazzo pants crafted from 92% silk and 8% elastane, with an elastic waistband for comfort. This HTS code applies due to the predominant silk content (over 70%) and classification as women's trousers in Chapter 62 for non-knitted textile garments. They meet the criteria for breeches and shorts exclusion as full-length trousers.
Silk Cigarette Pants
Slim-fit women's cigarette pants from 80% silk dupioni, cropped at the ankle with side pockets. This code captures silk-heavy (≥70%) women's trousers as made-up non-knitted articles under heading 6204. Meets exclusion for swimwear and fits Chapter 62 scope.
Silk Pleated Culottes
Women's pleated culottes from 72% silk chiffon, resembling wide-leg shorts or divided skirts but classified as trousers. HTS 6204.69.4510 due to >70% silk and non-swimwear trousers category in woven textile Chapter 62. Culottes fit as breeches per common customs rulings.
Silk Straight-Leg Trousers
Classic women's straight-leg trousers from 70% silk tussah with front dart detailing. This HTS subheading covers exactly such high-silk content trousers as non-knitted made-up articles for women/girls.
Silk Cargo Shorts
Women's silk cargo shorts (82% silk) with multiple utility pockets and relaxed fit. HTS 6204.69.4510 applies to such silk-dominant shorts as women's non-swimwear breeches/shorts.