Silk Camisole Vest from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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