Men's Cotton Chino Trousers

Classic straight-leg chino trousers made from knitted or crocheted cotton fabric, featuring a zipper fly and belt loops, designed for men's casual wear. Classified under HTS 6103.42.1020 as men's trousers of cotton, knitted or crocheted, excluding swimwear. Meets chapter requirements for made-up knitted articles in the trousers category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China16.1%+17.5%33.6%
🇲🇽Mexico16.1%+10.0%26.1%
🇨🇦Canada16.1%+10.0%26.1%
🇩🇪Germany16.1%+10.0%26.1%
🇯🇵Japan16.1%+10.0%26.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6203.42Lower: 26.6% vs 33.6%

If woven instead of knitted

Woven cotton trousers fall under Chapter 62 as they are not made-up knitted articles per Chapter 61 notes.

6103.43.15Higher: 45.7% vs 33.6%

If synthetic fiber content exceeds cotton

Predominantly man-made fiber trousers classify under 6103.43, changing material-based heading.

6113.00.90Lower: 24.6% vs 33.6%

If part of a garment set excluding suit components

Garments prima facie classifiable in multiple headings prioritize 6113 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content exceeds 50% cotton via lab tests to confirm Chapter 61 classification over synthetic blends

Include commercial invoice detailing knitted construction and men's sizing to avoid reclassification as woven under Chapter 62

Check for prohibited drawstrings or ribbed waistbands that could shift to other headings per chapter notes