Silk Performance Hiking Shirt from Japan
A lightweight silk shirt designed for recreational hiking and outdoor activities, featuring moisture-wicking properties and excluded from heading 6205 due to its performance-oriented design with specialized fabric treatment. It contains over 70% silk, classifying it under HTS 6211.39.0750 as recreational performance outwear for men. The shirt has long sleeves, a partial neckline opening, and no ribbed waistband.
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 silk content exceeds 70% by weight with lab tests; declarations must match invoices to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling indicates 'recreational performance' features distinguishing from standard shirts in 6205