Silk Trail Trousers from China

Lightweight men's trousers from 80% silk nonwoven fabric (heading 5603) coated for wind resistance, designed for recreational backpacking with zip-off legs. Classified in HTS 6210.40.29.17 as performance outerwear trousers from special fabrics, high silk content, made-up non-knitted. Meets 'other men's garments' after specific headings.

Duty Rate — China → United States

23.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Include performance test data (e.g

windproof rating) to substantiate recreational classification

Separate components if zip-off; sold as set could trigger ensemble rules

Ensure no orthopedic features to avoid exclusion under chapter note (b)