Silk Tailored Trousers from Germany
Women's tailored trousers made from 100% silk or silk waste fabric, featuring a slim fit and front pleats for a professional look. Classified under HTS 6204.69.6510 as women's trousers of silk, not swimwear, and subject to cotton restraints due to category 348 agreements despite silk material. They meet Chapter 62 criteria for made-up textile articles excluding knits.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.1%
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 fiber content via lab tests as silk must exceed 70% to avoid reclassification; provide mill certificates for customs
• Note category 348 restraints may trigger quotas or higher duties; check U.S
• ITC for current limits before shipping
• Label garments with country of origin and care instructions per FTC rules to prevent delays at entry