Silk Women's Slip from Japan
A lightweight silk slip designed as an undergarment to be worn beneath dresses for smooth fit and modesty. It falls under HTS 6208.19.90.00 as a slip made of silk, which is a textile material other than wool, cotton, or man-made fibers, classified as women's undershirt or slip. This non-knitted, made-up article provides essential underlayer support.
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 tests as silk must be certified to avoid reclassification to man-made fiber categories
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'slip' use and textile composition to prevent misclassification as outerwear