Worn Athletic Shorts
Used athletic shorts with faded logos, elastic wear, and grass stains from sports use. These are worn textile clothing items presented in bulk, meeting the criteria of appreciable wear and bulk packaging under Chapter Note 3 for heading 63.09.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shorts are new or show no appreciable wear
New or unworn shorts of synthetic fibres are classified as new garments.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Pack shorts in bales or sacks and be ready to demonstrate wear (stains, fading) to CBSA officers
• Separate any shorts that are nearly new, as they may be classified as new clothing
• Verify the fabric composition, as synthetic blends may affect duty rates
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