Men's Artificial Fiber Board Shorts Alternative from Japan
Casual board-style shorts for men knitted from artificial fibers, mid-length with side ties but not water-specific. HTS 6103.49.1060 as non-swimwear shorts of artificial textiles, knitted. General appearance not principally for swimming per definitions.
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
• Differentiate from swimwear via fabric absorbency tests; quick-dry alone insufficient
• Full manifests required; sample garments for CBP review if borderline
• No drawstrings at bottom to stay out of 6109 exclusion