Men's Silk Track Pants from Japan
Loose-fitting pants made from 100% silk fabric, designed with an elastic waistband and tapered legs for athletic comfort. Classified under HTS 6211.39.60 as 'other garments' for men due to its track suit style but not a full set, containing over 70% silk by weight. Excludes knitted articles per Chapter 62 notes.
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
• Verify silk content via lab tests; must exceed 70% by weight to qualify, with certificates of analysis for CBP verification
• Label as 'men's' based on left-over-right front closure per Chapter notes; include fiber content and country of origin tags
• Avoid misclassification as swimwear; ensure no water-resistant coatings that could shift to 6211.11