Silk Hiking Jacket for Women from Japan
A lightweight women's jacket made from 75% silk fabric, designed for recreational hiking with water-resistant coating and multiple pockets. It falls under HTS 6211.49.03.80 as recreational performance outerwear containing 70% or more silk, excluded from heading 6202 due to its performance features like reinforced seams. This woven garment is not knitted or crocheted.
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 exceeds 70% by weight with lab tests for classification; declare as performance outerwear to avoid reclassification
• Include care labels specifying silk composition and origin documentation from suppliers