Silk Sleep Shirt from Japan
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.
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
• 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