Women's Silk Culottes from Japan
Wide-leg culottes made from flowing silk or silk waste, functioning as divided skirts or loose trousers for women. Classified in HTS 6204.69.65 as women's trousers or divided skirts of silk, other than swimwear. Ideal for professional or evening attire with a high waistband.
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
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'culottes' vs 'skirts' to avoid confusion with 6204.49 pure silk skirts
• Ensure right-over-left closure for women's classification; left-over-right may shift to men's headings
• Test for metal thread content, allowed but must be declared to confirm Chapter 62 applicability