Luxury Silk Tank Blouse from Germany
A premium sleeveless tank-style blouse from 80% silk waste, designed with a V-neck and racerback for athletic layering. HTS 6211.49.50.50 applies due to its silk dominance and exclusion from 6206 (no lower pockets or tightening). As a women's upper body garment, it fits 'other garments' in Chapter 62 non-knitted articles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use GSP or trade program eligibility checks for silk from qualifying countries to reduce duties
• Document exclusion from 6206 with spec sheets showing no waistband ribbing or lower pockets
• For high-volume shipments, pre-classify via binding ruling to prevent port delays