Boys' Synthetic Board Shorts Alternative from China
Knitted boys' board shorts from polyester synthetic fibers, mid-thigh length for beach or casual use but non-swimwear intent. Under HTS 6103.43.15 as 'other' shorts, knitted of synthetics. Distinguished from swimwear by non-waterproof design.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Explicitly note 'not swimwear' on invoices with fabric specs
• Check for ensemble packaging that might trigger 6104
• Age-grade properly to avoid adult tariff rates