Men's Classic Knee-Length Cotton Shorts

Timeless men's knee-length shorts crocheted from fine cotton gauge yarn, ideal for summer outings. Under HTS 6103.42.1050 for knitted/crocheted men's cotton shorts excluding swimwear.

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 made from woven cotton

Chapter division strictly separates knit from woven articles.

6112.12.00Higher: 45.7% vs 33.6%

If track or ski suit component

Special sportswear heading 6112 supersedes general shorts.

6309.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 33.6%

If worn or second-hand

Chapter excludes worn clothing under heading 6309.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure average stitches per cm to confirm knitted per chapter exclusions

Avoid retail sets that could invoke ensemble rules from notes

Certify no metal thread exceeding norms to stay in standard cotton

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