Pure Silk Waistcoat from China
A tailored women's silk waistcoat with a V-neck and front button closure, made from 100% silk fabric exceeding 70% silk content. Classified in HTS 6211.49.50.70 as an 'other garment' vest, distinct from suit sets or ensembles due to standalone presentation. It is a made-up article of woven silk, not knitted.
Duty Rate — China → United States
18.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Document as standalone vest, not part of suit/ensemble; include photos showing no matching trousers/skirt
• Ensure HTS statistical suffix 759 for vests; silk purity certificates prevent duty disputes