Silk Tie from China
A classic men's necktie made of 100% silk fabric, featuring a woven pattern and standard blade width. Classified under HTS 6217.10.10 due to its high silk content and status as a made-up clothing accessory, not a part of a garment. Essential for formal business attire.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.3%
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
• Include supplier affidavits confirming silk origin and weight percentage; random US Customs testing is common
• Check closure style (left-over-right for men's); misgendering can lead to reclassification