Boys' Synthetic Hiking Shorts from Japan
Knitted boys' shorts made from quick-dry polyester synthetic fibers, designed for outdoor hiking with reinforced seams and elastic waistband. Classified in HTS 6103.43.15 as boys' shorts of synthetic fibers, knitted or crocheted, other than swimwear. Excludes orthopedic or worn articles per Chapter 61 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide height measurements confirming 'boys'' sizing (under adult proportions) to distinguish from men's
• Ensure no drawstrings or ribbed waistbands if borderline with heading 6109 exclusions
• Declare accurate value per unit; common pitfall is misclassifying as swimwear if water-resistant