Silk-Blend Satin Blouse from China
A women's satin blouse featuring a blend of 70% polyester and 35% silk, with a classic collar, long sleeves, and front button placket. It qualifies for HTS 6206.40.20.00 as a blouse of man-made fibers containing over 30% silk by weight, designed for the upper body without restrictive features like waist pockets. The silk content adds luxury drape and sheen typical for such blended apparel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24%
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm ≥30% silk, as declarations must match HTS criteria to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed invoices specifying silk percentage and man-made fiber type; common pitfall is insufficient documentation leading to delays
• Ensure labels comply with FTC textile rules for fiber content and country of origin