Men's Silk Dress Shirt from Japan
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 — 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 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