Silk Performance Hiking Vest from China
A lightweight women's vest made from 75% silk and 25% nylon, designed for recreational hiking with wind-resistant fabric and multiple pockets. Classified under HTS 6211.49.03.70 as recreational performance outerwear containing 70% or more silk, specifically vests for women or girls. It fits Chapter 62 as a made-up textile article excluding knitted or crocheted items.
Duty Rate — China → United States
18.7%
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
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight with lab tests for accurate classification and duty rates
• Include detailed fabric composition on invoices and ensure 'Made in' labeling complies with FTC rules
• Avoid misclassifying as lower-duty silk apparel by confirming recreational performance features like weather resistance