Men's Silk Dress Shirt from Germany
A tailored men's dress shirt made from 100% silk or silk waste fabric, featuring long sleeves, a pointed collar, and a front button placket. It falls under HTS 6205.90.30.30 as a men's shirt of silk or silk waste, not knitted or crocheted, subject to man-made fiber restraints due to import quota categories. This classification applies to woven silk shirts designed for formal or business wear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content through lab testing to confirm 100% silk or silk waste, as blends may shift classification
• Include detailed invoices specifying silk type and HTS code to avoid customs delays under quota restraints
• Monitor man-made fiber restraints (640); obtain necessary visas or licenses for restricted imports