Women's Silk Track Pants from Japan
Loose-fitting pants made from 100% silk fabric, designed as part of a track suit for athletic or casual wear. Classified under HTS 6211.49.50.90 as other garments of women's or girls' containing 70% or more silk, not specifically ski-suits or swimwear. Falls in Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles excluding knitted or crocheted.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify silk content exceeds 70% by weight via lab tests for accurate classification
• Ensure labeling indicates fiber content and country of origin to comply with US customs
• Avoid misclassifying as swimwear; provide design intent documentation if challenged