Boys' Crocheted Linen-Cotton Blend Shorts from Japan
Crocheted shorts blending cotton and linen for boys, lightweight with open stitch pattern for summer. HTS 6103.42.10.70 covers as cotton-predominant boys' shorts, knitted or crocheted, in the 'other' statistical breakout. Excludes worn articles or orthopedic appliances per chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Lab certify cotton content > linen to stay in cotton heading; blends over 50% cotton qualify
• Declare crochet gauge to differentiate from woven; CBP may inspect for construction
• Avoid retail sets; individual sale prevents ensemble classification