Silk Silk-Waste Painter's Coverall from Japan
A full-body coverall made from fabric containing 75% silk waste, designed for recreational painting activities with reinforced knees and multiple pockets. Classified under HTS 6210.40.29.18 as men's recreational performance outerwear overalls from special woven fabrics (e.g., heading 5603), exceeding 70% silk waste content. Excludes knitted articles per Chapter 62 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric meets heading 5602/5603/5903/5906/5907 specs and silk waste content via lab tests to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed invoices specifying recreational use and men's sizing to confirm HTS 6210.40.29.18 placement
• Watch for pocket placements below waist; such designs shift to other headings per Chapter 62 notes