Pure Silk Pocket Handkerchief

A luxurious 100% silk handkerchief designed for pocket squares in suit jackets, measuring approximately 16x16 inches. It falls under HTS 6213.90.05.00 as it contains over 70% silk by weight and is classified as a handkerchief of silk or silk waste, not exceeding typical square dimensions for this category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.1%+17.5%18.6%
🇲🇽Mexico1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇨🇦Canada1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇩🇪Germany1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇯🇵Japan1.1%+10.0%11.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

6214.10Lower: 13.9% vs 18.6%

If any side exceeds 60 centimeters

Chapter notes classify square or near-square scarves with sides over 60cm as scarves in 6214, not handkerchiefs.

6213.90.10Higher: 20.8% vs 18.6%

If silk content is less than 70% by weight

Handkerchiefs of silk or silk waste with under 70% silk fall into the other silk subheading.

6307.90Lower: 17% vs 18.6%

If considered worn or other made-up textile articles

Chapter excludes worn clothing or other worn articles under 6309, but unfinished textiles might go to 6307.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify silk content with lab tests or supplier certifications to confirm 70%+ by weight, as required for this subheading

Include detailed fiber composition labels and invoices specifying 'handkerchief' use to avoid reclassification as scarves

Watch for square dimensions; if any side exceeds 60cm, it may shift to heading 6214 as a scarf