Men's Nylon Athletic Shorts

Lightweight men's athletic shorts made from knitted nylon synthetic fibers, featuring mesh panels for ventilation during sports. Falls under HTS 6103.43.15.50 for men's synthetic shorts, knitted or crocheted, excluding swimwear and not part of ensembles per Chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China28.2%+17.5%45.7%
🇲🇽Mexico28.2%+10.0%38.2%
🇨🇦Canada28.2%+10.0%38.2%
🇩🇪Germany28.2%+10.0%38.2%
🇯🇵Japan28.2%+10.0%38.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

6112.11.00Lower: 32.4% vs 45.7%

If as part of ski-suit or track suit

Ski/track suits in 6112 take precedence by appearance and intended use per specific notes.

6203.43.45.00Lower: 17.5% vs 45.7%

If woven construction

Chapter 62 covers non-knitted apparel; Chapter 61 is strictly knitted or crocheted.

6117.80.95.40Lower: 32.1% vs 45.7%

If classified as other made-up accessories

Shorter lengths resembling scarves or ties might shift, but shorts remain in 6103.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Avoid retail packaging that suggests ensemble sets, which could invoke heading 6103 suit definitions

Include care labels specifying synthetic composition to aid customs fiber verification

Watch for bib/brace designs that shift to overalls subheading within 6103

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