High-Silk Sleeveless Shell from Japan
A versatile sleeveless shell blouse of 85% silk, loose-fitting for layering with tailored darts. HTS 6211.49.50.50 covers this as a tank-style upper garment excluded from 6206, with predominant silk composition. Chapter notes confirm classification in 6211 for such non-standard blouses.
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
• Include detailed construction photos in CF-28 requests for binding rulings on exclusions
• Monitor for metal thread use—allowed but must declare if over certain percentages
• Bulk imports risk 'not made-up' claims; ensure all hems and finishes complete