Silk Tailored Trousers from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

11.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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