Silk Short Nightie from China
A babydoll-style short silk nightie with ruffled hem and matching thong, for women's sleepwear. Under HTS 6208.99.50.20 as other nightdresses of silk, woven textile not crocheted. Prima facie classification prioritizes nightdress over general blouse.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.1%
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
• Specify 'nightie' in entries; short length alone doesn't shift to undershirt
• Test for shrinkage; silk requires special customs declarations for delicacy