Silk Camisole Vest

A lightweight women's silk camisole vest with thin spaghetti straps, designed as an undergarment or sleepwear top, containing over 70% silk. It falls under HTS 6211.49.50.70 as an other garment of silk-rich fabric, not qualifying as a shirt, blouse, or suit due to its sleeveless, loose fit without a full opening at the neckline. This classification applies to made-up textile articles excluding knitted or crocheted items.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.2%+17.5%18.7%
🇲🇽Mexico1.2%+10.0%11.2%
🇨🇦Canada1.2%+10.0%11.2%
🇩🇪Germany1.2%+10.0%11.2%
🇯🇵Japan1.2%+10.0%11.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6208.91.10Higher: 25% vs 18.7%

If considered women's undergarments or nightwear

Silk camisoles may shift to heading 6208 for women's undergarments if primarily for sleepwear, excluding swimwear or track suits.

6212.20.00Higher: 37.5% vs 18.7%

If knitted or crocheted construction

Chapter 62 excludes knitted articles; brassiere-style vests would classify under 6212 for women's knitted garments.

6206.40Higher: 36.9% vs 18.7%

If structured as a blouse with collar and full front opening

Blouses with defined openings and collars fall under 6206 for women's shirts/blouses of other textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing; declarations must match invoices to avoid reclassification

Provide fiber content labels compliant with FTC rules; silk waste blends require precise documentation

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as knitted (Chapter 61); ensure no pockets below waist for Chapter 62 exclusion

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Silk Sleep Vest

Soft women's silk sleep vest with lace trims, containing 70% silk waste blend for breathability. Classified in HTS 6211.49.50.70 as an other garment vest, separate from nightwear in 6208 due to vest form and non-specific sleep designation. Made-up woven textile excludes knitting.

Pure Silk Waistcoat

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.

Silk Blend Bralette Vest

Women's silk bralette-style vest with soft cups and adjustable straps, composed of 75% silk and 25% elastane for stretch. It qualifies for HTS 6211.49.50.70 as a silk-dominant vest garment, not a brassiere due to lacking structured support wires. This non-knitted, made-up article fits 'other garments' category.

Luxury Silk Vest Top

Elegant women's sleeveless silk vest top with a round neck and side slits, featuring 72% silk for a premium drape. Under HTS 6211.49.50.70 as other women's garments of silk-rich materials, it lacks pockets below waist and is not a blouse per Chapter notes. Woven construction confirms Chapter 62 applicability.

Embroidered Silk Vest

Women's embroidered silk vest with floral motifs, 80% silk composition for luxury appeal. HTS 6211.49.50.70 covers this as a women's vest of other textile materials with high silk content, allowing metal thread per notes. Not a suit component or blouse.

Sleeveless Silk Shell Vest

Minimalist women's sleeveless silk shell vest, 71% silk with clean lines for layering. Falls under HTS 6211.49.50.70 as other women's garments, lacking blouse features like collars or full openings per Chapter notes. Woven made-up article.