Raw Silk Shirtwaist Blouse from China
Tailored women's shirtwaist blouse from tussah raw silk, with long sleeves, button-front, and collar. Covers upper body per chapter notes, without prohibited tightening at bottom. Uses silk waste fibers, hence 6206.10.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber burn tests if CBP questions silk purity during entry exam
• Declare unit value per dozen accurately, as silk blouses often face higher scrutiny for undervaluation
• Pair with quota/visa checks if from restricted countries like China for textiles