Men's High-Waisted Silk Shorts from Germany
Knitted men's shorts from silk fabric containing 75% silk, ideal for summer formal wear. HTS 6103.49.40 applies as knitted shorts (non-swimwear) with silk dominating over 70% by weight.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Explicitly state 'non-swimwear' in invoices to avoid Chapter 62 swimwear confusion
• Use weighted fiber analysis reports for customs valuation of silk content
• Ensure no pockets below waist if resembling heading 6105 shirts, per notes