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Men's High-Waisted Silk Shorts from Japan

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 — 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

• 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