Silk Pleated Culottes from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Culottes may border on 'divided skirts'—provide construction diagrams to affirm trouser classification
• Anti-dumping duties may apply to certain silk origins; review ITC records before importing
• Ensure no ribbed waistbands, as 6205/6206 exclude such features per chapter notes