Luxury Silk Belt Loop from Japan
Replacement belt loops crafted from 70% silk for high-end trousers and skirts, sold as garment parts. Falls under HTS 6217.90.10 for silk-heavy made-up clothing parts, excluding knitted types. Used in tailoring repairs or custom apparel.
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
• Specify 'parts of garments' on entries to distinguish from complete belts (6217.10)
• Test for silk purity; adulterated silk waste must still meet weight percentage
• Bulk imports require packing lists detailing per-garment quantities