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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If silk content is under 70% but over 50% by weight
Lower silk percentage shifts classification to the subheading for silk-blend trousers, changing the duty rate.
If knitted or crocheted from silk
Knitted silk trousers fall under Chapter 61, excluding them from Chapter 62 which covers only woven or non-knitted made-up articles.
If sold as part of a complete garment set for retail
Silk trousers in a coordinated set with upper garments may classify as an 'ensemble' under 6216 if matching Chapter 62 notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify silk content via lab tests (ASTM D629 or equivalent) to confirm ≥70% for this subheading; misdeclaration risks reclassification
• Include commercial invoice detailing fiber composition, country of origin, and Harmonized System code to avoid CBP scrutiny
• Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete washing instructions or missing care labels required under FTC rules for silk apparel
Related Products under HTS 6204.69.45.10
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 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.
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.