Fashion Silk Mitts from Japan
Short, chic mitts from woven silk fabric for high-fashion accessories. As non-knitted silk other gloves, but general 6216.00.90.00 if not pure silk dominant. Chapter notes prioritize specific silk headings, but blends here.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Silk quota licenses required if over certain volumes from Asia
• Appraise as fashion vs utility to optimize duty brackets
• Use silk authenticity certificates for brand protection claims