Silk Trouser Waistband from Japan
A detachable waistband component made from over 70% silk fabric, designed specifically as a replacement part for men's trousers and breeches. It features belt loops and a buckle closure, classified under HTS 6217.90.10.30 as a part of trousers containing 70% or more silk by weight. This excludes knitted items and fits Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles.
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
• Verify silk content with lab tests (e.g
• ISO 1833) to confirm 70%+ threshold; invoices must specify fiber breakdown
• Include detailed diagrams showing part's attachment to trousers to avoid misclassification as full garments