Silk Cashmere Blend Jumper Sweater from Japan
A luxurious women's jumper made from 75% silk and 25% cashmere, designed as a loose-fitting pullover to cover the upper body without being knitted or crocheted. It falls under HTS 6211.49.50.60 as a jumper of other textile materials containing over 70% silk, not qualifying as a track suit, ski-suit, or swimwear. This made-up article from woven silk fabric suits casual or semi-formal wear.
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 via lab testing; declarations must match invoices to avoid penalties
• Ensure garment is woven (not knitted) and provide weave certificates if requested by customs
• Label as 'women's jumper' with fiber content; watch for misclassification as Chapter 61 knits