Women's Tailored Cotton Bermuda Shorts Suit
A summer professional suit with a blazer jacket and tailored Bermuda shorts (above-knee) in matching cotton poplin. Shorts are explicitly allowed as the lower garment of a suit under Chapter 62 Note 3, excluding only swimwear.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 17% | — | 17% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the suit is made of a textile material other than cotton
Suits of other textile materials fall under this alternative heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the shorts are tailored and not swimwear, as per the suit definition
• Verify the jacket and shorts are made from identical cotton poplin fabric
• Present the suit as a set for retail sale with compatible sizes
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