Pure Silk Pocket Handkerchief
A finely woven square handkerchief made from 100% mulberry silk, designed for pocket use with hand-rolled edges. It falls under HTS 6213.90.07.00 as a handkerchief of silk or silk waste, other than specific excluded types, in Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles excluding knitted ones. Measuring under 60 cm per side, it qualifies as a handkerchief rather than a scarf.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If any side exceeds 60 cm
Per chapter notes, square or approx. square scarves/handkerchiefs over 60 cm per side classify as scarves in 6214, not handkerchiefs.
If made of man-made fibers
Material composition shifts to 'of man-made fibers' heading if not predominantly silk, changing the subheading within 6213.
If considered worn or other made-up textile articles
Chapter excludes worn articles (6309), but unfinished or irregular made-ups may fall into 6307; silk handkerchiefs are specifically 6213.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify silk content via lab tests or supplier certificates to confirm classification under silk or silk waste; blends over 50% silk stay here
• Ensure dimensions do not exceed 60 cm per side to avoid reclassification as scarves in 6214; measure precisely including hems
• Include country-of-origin markings on packaging; common pitfall is mislabeling as cotton, leading to audits
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Hand-Rolled Edge Silk Gentleman's Handkerchief
Premium gentleman's square handkerchief of pure silk with hand-rolled edges for a luxurious finish. Under HTS 6213.90.07.00 as other silk handkerchiefs, Chapter 62 made-up article excluding knits. Complies with <60 cm rule for handkerchiefs.
Silk Blend Promotional Handkerchief
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Plain Woven Silk Formal Handkerchief
Simple plain-woven 100% silk square for black-tie events, crisp and lightweight. HTS 6213.90.07.00 for other silk handkerchiefs, non-knitted Chapter 62 article. Handkerchief note satisfied.
Luxury Silk Filigree Edge Handkerchief
High-end silk handkerchief with filigree-style rolled edges, from premium silk waste. HTS 6213.90.07.00: other silk handkerchiefs, Chapter 62 compliant. Note dimensions met.
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.
Silk Waste Blend Monogrammed Handkerchief
A square handkerchief from silk waste blended with minimal other fibers, featuring personalized monogram embroidery. It qualifies for HTS 6213.90.07.00 as 'other' handkerchiefs of silk or silk waste, made-up non-knitted textile in Chapter 62. Under 60 cm sides per notes.