Silk Sleep Shirt

A mid-length silk shirt worn as nightwear, with a button-front placket and relaxed fit for comfort during sleep. Classified under HTS 6208.99.50.20 as women's nightdresses or similar articles of silk, made up from woven textile fabric. Excludes knitted or orthopedic items per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.1%+17.5%24.6%
🇲🇽Mexico7.1%+10.0%17.1%
🇨🇦Canada7.1%+10.0%17.1%
🇩🇪Germany7.1%+10.0%17.1%
🇯🇵Japan7.1%+10.0%17.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6208.92.00Higher: 33.5% vs 24.6%

If of man-made fibers

Silk-blend undershirts under 70% silk shift to man-made fiber subheadings.

6214.10Lower: 13.9% vs 24.6%

If worn and used

Worn silk nightdresses classify under heading 6309 for used clothing articles.

6204.62Higher: 26.6% vs 24.6%

If designed as women's woven dress with below-waist pockets

Full-length silk garments resembling dresses with pockets fall under women's dresses heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label as 'nightdress' not 'shirt' to align with heading descriptions and avoid scrutiny

Provide washing instructions and country of origin for silk origin verification during entry

Separate from loungewear sets; multi-piece ensembles may classify differently

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