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Men's Cotton Denim Knee-Length Shorts from Japan

These men's knee-length shorts are knitted or crocheted from 100% cotton denim fabric, featuring a 5-pocket design and elastic waistband for comfort. They fall under HTS 6103.22.0040 as shorts component of men's cotton ensembles, presented as part of a coordinated set with matching jacket or upper garment. The statistical suffix (347) applies to such ensemble shorts.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify the shorts are presented with matching ensemble upper garment (same fabric, color, size) to qualify under 6103; separate sales classify elsewhere

• Label fiber content accurately as '100% cotton' and include care instructions per FTC rules to avoid CBP holds

Men's Cotton Denim Knee-Length Shorts from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 6103.22.00.40