Silk Wedding Bow Tie Set from Germany

Self-tying silk bow tie for grooms, outer shell 70%+ silk with under 50% non-silk textiles, sold individually despite 'set' name. Classifies under HTS 6215.10.0040 as standalone made-up bow tie, not an ensemble. Often in ivory or white silk satin.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

17.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Specify 'single bow tie article' on entry docs to avoid set misclassification

Ensure no disposable elements; permanent construction required for Chapter 62

Test for metal thread content allowable per chapter notes but declare accurately