Silk Necktie with Polyester Lining from China
A classic men's necktie primarily made of silk with a polyester lining and interlining, where silk comprises over 70% of the total weight. It falls under HTS 6215.10.00.90 as a tie of silk containing less than 50% non-silk textiles due to the minimal lining contribution. This classification adheres to Chapter 62 for made-up non-knitted textile articles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm silk exceeds 50% weight, including linings, as per HTS notes
• Include detailed invoices specifying silk percentage and material breakdown to avoid reclassification