Find HS Code and trade information for silk hanky

Silk Hanky

A silk hanky (also commonly referred to as a silk handkerchief) is a square of silk fabric, traditionally used for personal hygiene and decorative purposes.

Material:

The primary material is silk, a natural protein fiber produced by certain insect larvae (typically silkworms). Different types of silk are used, impacting the hanky’s characteristics:

• Mulberry Silk: Considered the highest quality, known for its softness, strength, and luster.
• Charmeuse Silk: A lightweight silk with a satin finish, often used for luxurious hankies.
• Habotai Silk: A lightweight, slightly textured silk.
• Crepe de Chine Silk: A lightweight silk with a slightly crinkled texture.

Purpose & Function:

Historically, silk hankies served multiple purposes:

• Hygiene: Used for wiping the face, hands, or as a substitute for tissues.
• Decoration: Carried as a fashion accessory, often displayed in pockets or tied around the neck.
• Signaling: Used for communicating messages or expressing emotions.
• Gift-giving: Presented as tokens of affection or status.
• Sun Protection: Used to shield the face from the sun.

Usage Scenarios:

• Formal Occasions: Traditionally carried by gentlemen as part of formal attire.
• Everyday Carry: Used for personal hygiene or as a stylish accessory.
• Gift: Presented as a thoughtful present.
• Collectibles: Vintage or intricately designed hankies are often collected.
• Cosmetics: Used to apply or remove makeup.

Common Types & Characteristics:

• Full-Size Hankies: Typically 18-24 inches square, used for traditional purposes.
• Pocket Squares: Smaller squares (typically 12-16 inches square) specifically designed for suit pockets. These are often made of silk and are primarily decorative.
• Bandanas: While often made of cotton, silk bandanas exist and are used for fashion or light sun protection.
• Printed Hankies: Featuring various designs, patterns, and colors.
• Embroidered Hankies: Decorated with intricate embroidery, often personalized.
• Bordered Hankies: Featuring a decorative border around the edges.

A silk hanky is a small square of silk fabric typically used for personal hygiene or as a decorative accessory. It is made from silk material and can be used for wiping hands, face, or as a pocket square.

The following HS codes are relevant to silk hankies, based on the provided reference material:

• 6117104000: Other made up clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste.

  • 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted.
  • 17: Other made up clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories.
  • 10: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like.
  • 40: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste.
  • Note: This code applies if the hanky is categorized as a shawl, scarf, or similar accessory and is made of at least 70% silk. The total tax rate is 39.0%.

• 6117909080: Other made up clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories: Parts: Other Other: Of cotton (359).

  • 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted.
  • 17: Other made up clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories.
  • 90: Parts.
  • 90: Other.
  • 80: Of cotton (359).
  • Note: This code applies if the hanky is considered a part of another item and is made of cotton. The total tax rate is 52.1%.

• 6114901010: Other garments, knitted or crocheted: Of other textile materials: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Tops: Men's or boys'.

  • 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted.
  • 14: Other garments, knitted or crocheted.
  • 90: Of other textile materials.
  • 10: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Tops.
  • 10: Men's or boys'.
  • Note: This code applies if the hanky is categorized as a top and is made of at least 70% silk. The total tax rate is 38.4%.

• 6114901020: Other garments, knitted or crocheted: Of other textile materials: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Tops: Women's or girls'.

  • 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted.
  • 14: Other garments, knitted or crocheted.
  • 90: Of other textile materials.
  • 10: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Tops.
  • 20: Women's or girls'.
  • Note: This code applies if the hanky is categorized as a top and is made of at least 70% silk. The total tax rate is 38.4%.