Silk Scarf Collar from Germany
A detachable collar made from 100% silk fabric, designed as an accessory to elevate formal outfits by wrapping around the neck. It falls under HTS 6217.90.10 as a made-up clothing accessory containing over 70% silk, distinct from knitted items or full garments. Primarily used for fashion enhancement on blouses or dresses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify silk content via lab testing to confirm 70%+ threshold; invoices must specify fiber composition
• Include certificates of origin for potential silk-specific trade agreements reducing duties
• Avoid misclassification as full scarves over 60cm sides, which may shift to HTS 6214