6104.29.20.16 - Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste (735)

This HTS classification, 6104.29.20.16, specifically covers knitted or crocheted ensembles designed for women or girls, where the fabric comprises 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste. Ensembles in this context refer to coordinated outfits typically consisting of two or more garments intended to be worn together, such as a jacket and skirt or a jacket and trousers. The defining characteristic for this subheading is the high silk content, which dictates its specific treatment within the broader category of knitted or crocheted women's or girls' apparel.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 6104.29.20.18, by its precise material composition. While both fall under "ensembles of other textile materials," 6104.29.20.16 is exclusively for those predominantly made of silk. The sibling category, denoted as "Other," would encompass ensembles made from other textile materials not falling under the specific silk designation. Therefore, the key differentiator lies in the dominant fiber content, with a clear threshold set for silk to qualify for this subheading.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification decisions at this level are final and depend entirely on meeting the criteria of the description, namely the item being a knitted or crocheted ensemble for women or girls and containing at least 70 percent silk or silk waste by weight. The specificity of this subheading ensures accurate tariff application for high-value silk ensembles within the women's or girls' apparel trade.