Silk Crepe de Chine Shirt-Blouse from Japan
A lightweight women's shirt-blouse crafted from silk crepe de chine (silk waste derivative), with short sleeves, partial neckline opening, and relaxed fit covering the upper body. Classified in HTS 6206.10.0020 for silk or silk waste women's blouses under wool restraints (440), as a non-knitted made-up textile article per Chapter 62.
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 origin certificates proving silk authenticity to avoid reclassification and duties under textile quotas
• Label garments clearly with fiber content and care instructions to meet US FTC requirements and prevent holds
• Check for bilateral agreements affecting silk imports, as wool restraint status may trigger additional safeguards