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Boys' Silk Bermuda Shorts from Japan

Knitted Bermuda shorts for boys made predominantly from silk yarn, offering breathability and a knee-length cut suitable for school uniforms or play. Classified under HTS 6103.49.40.10 due to the silk fiber dominance and boys' sizing under knitted shorts category. Excludes swimwear characteristics like elasticated legs.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Classify by body height/age for boys' garments; provide size charts proving under adult dimensions

• Include commercial invoices detailing exact silk waste percentage and knitting construction

• Watch for blending issues—pure silk blends under 70% require different subheading