Women's Merino Wool-Silk Peplum Blouse from Japan
A tailored peplum-style blouse from 65% merino wool and 35% silk, with three-quarter sleeves and neckline placket for professional wear. It fits HTS 6206.20.2010 as a women's blouse of wool/fine hair containing ≥30% silk, woven not crocheted, covering upper body without prohibited features like waist pockets. Chapter excludes worn clothing or orthopedic items.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use AATCC testing for silk percentage accuracy; discrepancies trigger reclassification or duties
• Provide photos/patterns showing no ribbed waist or low pockets to affirm 6206 eligibility
• For luxury blends, include mill certificates to avoid disputes on 'fine animal hair' vs. coarse wool