Silk Tailored Trousers from Japan
Women's tailored trousers made from 100% silk or silk waste fabric, featuring a slim fit and front pleats. Classified under HTS 6204.69.65.30 as trousers of silk (other textile materials), not swimwear, subject to man-made fiber restraints due to potential blends or trade agreements. These are non-knitted, made-up articles for women.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm silk or silk waste composition, as mislabeling can lead to reclassification
• Include commercial invoices specifying HTS 6204.69.65.30 and quota category 648 for U.S
• Customs clearance
• Watch for visa requirements under textile restraints; apply for licenses if exceeding quotas