Silk Women's Hiking Jacket from Japan
A lightweight women's jacket made from 75% silk fabric, designed for recreational hiking with waterproof coating and adjustable hood. It falls under HTS 6211.49.03.90 as recreational performance outerwear containing 70% or more silk, not knitted or crocheted. This classification applies to other garments in this category beyond basic track or ski suits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight with lab tests for accurate classification; ensure country-of-origin labeling complies with FTC rules
• Avoid misdeclaring as lower-duty apparel to prevent penalties