6211.49.03 - Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste

This HTS category, 6211.49.03, specifically classifies women's or girls' garments that are not knitted or crocheted and are made of textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair, *and* importantly, contain 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste. This designation is crucial for differentiating these garments from those made from other textile blends or materials. The focus here is on apparel where silk is the predominant component, dictating its classification under this specific subheading.

While the sibling category 6211.49.15 covers similar garments made of wool or fine animal hair, and 6211.49.25 encompasses other textile materials not specified elsewhere within the broader 6211.49 section, this subheading hinges on the high silk content. This distinction is vital for accurate duty assessment and trade compliance, as silk often carries different tariff rates and import regulations.

Within this silk-focused category, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on the type of garment. These include distinct categories for coveralls, jumpsuits, and similar apparel (6211.49.03.10), as well as washsuits, sunsuits, and one-piece playsuits (6211.49.03.20). Additional subcategories address track suits, specific types of blouses and shirts, jumpers, vests, jackets, and a residual "other" category for any remaining garments fitting the primary silk-content criteria. These detailed subheadings allow for precise identification and categorization of a wide array of women's and girls' apparel where silk is the defining material.