Mulberry Silk Dress Handkerchief from Germany
An elegant 72% mulberry silk handkerchief for formal dress use, hand-rolled edges, 12x12 inches square. Classified in HTS 6213.90.05.00 due to high silk content and handkerchief design per chapter notes excluding larger scarves.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide origin certificates for silk to qualify for potential trade agreements reducing duties
• Ensure packaging indicates retail sale as individual handkerchiefs, not sets that could alter classification
• Avoid ornamental additions like excessive embroidery that might reclassify as apparel accessories