Men's Silk Swim Briefs from China
Swim briefs crafted from 75% silk with water-resistant treatment for men, qualifying as swimwear. Under HTS 6211.39.60.90 as other garments of silk-rich textile, distinct from standard underwear. Chapter notes allow swimwear in 6211 for non-knitted fabrics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
18%
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
• Provide performance test reports for water resistance to support swimwear claim
• Ensure no ribbed waistband or tightening at bottom per 6205/6206 exclusion notes
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail presentation aids 6211 over parts classifications