Pure Silk Bomber Jacket from Japan
A relaxed-fit men's bomber jacket made from 100% silk with ribbed cuffs, waistband, and zip-front, resembling swimwear or track outerwear style but excluded from 6201. It is classified in HTS 6211.39.60.70 as a jacket-type garment of over 70% silk, in the 'other garments' category for non-suit, non-overcoat silk apparel. Chapter 62 covers woven made-up textile articles.
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
• Conduct fiber analysis to confirm ≥70% silk; retain certificates for CBP review
• Document as 'jacket-type excluded from 6201' on commercial invoice to prevent reclassification
• Check for swimwear resemblance; ensure not qualifying under 6211.11 swimwear subheadings