Silk Track Pants from Japan
Loose-fitting track pants made from 85% silk fabric, designed for athletic wear with elastic waistband and cuffs. Classified under HTS 6211.39.60.40 as track suits of silk-containing materials (70% or more), not knitted or crocheted, for men's or boys' use. Meets chapter requirements for other garments like track suits in Chapter 62.
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 via lab testing; provide certificates for customs
• Ensure labeling indicates 'men's' based on left-over-right closure or cut
• Avoid misclassification as swimwear; include invoices specifying athletic track use