Mulberry Silk Dress Handkerchief

An elegant 100% mulberry silk square handkerchief with subtle jacquard weave, ideal for formal attire. Classified in HTS 6213.90.07.00 as 'other' silk or silk waste handkerchiefs, a made-up article in Chapter 62, not knitted/crocheted. Size under 60 cm ensures handkerchief status per legal notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+17.5%21.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%+10.0%13.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

6214.20.00Higher: 24.2% vs 21.3%

If rectangular and exceeds 60 cm in any dimension

Chapter notes specify square/approx. square under 60 cm for 6213; larger or non-square silk items go to scarf headings in 6214.

6213.90.10Lower: 20.8% vs 21.3%

If containing 70% or more silk by weight

Specific subheading 6213.90.10 applies to higher silk content; 'other' covers lower silk waste blends.

6117.10.10Higher: 27.1% vs 21.3%

If knitted or crocheted

Chapter 62 excludes knitted articles (to Chapter 61); knitted silk handkerchiefs would classify there.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide invoices specifying 'silk or silk waste' and fiber percentage; U.S

Customs requires proof to avoid misclassification to cotton (6213.10)

Avoid retail packaging that suggests scarf use, as it could trigger reclassification under 6214 if over 60 cm

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