Boys' Spandex Rash Guard Shorts
Boys' UV-protective swim shorts with rash guard fabric, crocheted from spandex for water activities. Spandex is a synthetic textile material, but this item covers 'other textile materials' excluding cotton and wool, so these shorts fall under tariff item 6112.39.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 18% | — | 18% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the swim shorts are made of synthetic fibres like spandex
Synthetic fibres are classified under a separate subheading for men's or boys' swimwear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the spandex content and that the shorts are crocheted or knitted, as Chapter 61 applies to made-up knitted articles
• Declare the product as swimwear, not general shorts, to ensure correct classification
• Ensure the garment is not classifiable as a rash guard top, which would fall under a different heading
Related Products under Tariff item 6112.39.00
Boys' Acrylic Swim Jorts
Boys' acrylic swim jorts, crocheted with a faded wash look, designed for pool and beach wear. Acrylic is a synthetic textile material other than cotton or wool, placing these under tariff item 6112.39.00 for men's or boys' swimwear of other textile materials.
Boys' Cotton Boardshorts
Knitted cotton boardshorts for boys, typically mid-thigh length with drawstring waist and side cargo pockets, ideal for surfing or beach play. They are made-up knitted articles and are classified as men's or boys' swimwear of cotton under tariff item 6112.39.00.
Boys' Cotton Rash Guard Swim Shorts Set
Matching boys' swim shorts and short-sleeve rash guard top made from knitted cotton, UV-protective for water sports. Although presented as a set, the swimwear specificity keeps classification under men's or boys' swimwear of cotton, as the set's essential character is swimwear.
Boys' Elite Silk Swim Briefs
Elite competition swim briefs for boys under 86 cm height, made of 71% silk knitted fabric. They are made-up knitted articles and are classified as men's or boys' swimwear of other textile materials, with silk as the predominant fibre.
Boys' Knitted Cotton Surf Trunks
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Boys' Lyocell Swim Trunks
Boys' swim trunks made from knitted lyocell, a wood-pulp-based textile, offering softness and absorbency. Lyocell is not cotton or wool, so these trunks fall under tariff item 6112.39.00 for men's or boys' swimwear of other textile materials.