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Women's Alpaca Wool Casual Shorts

Casual mid-thigh shorts knitted from alpaca wool for women, featuring slant pockets. HTS 6104.61.0020 for knitted women's shorts of fine animal hair like alpaca. Retail-oriented, not part of suits or ensembles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+20.0%34.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%—14.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%—14.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6104.61.00Same rate: 34.9%

If Length and style determine shorts vs trousers within same wool subheading.

5705.00.20Higher: 40.8% vs 34.9%

If machine-woven carpets, felt, etc., but misdescribed

Unlikely, but extreme misclassification; true apparel stays in Chapter 61.

6117.80.95Lower: 34.6% vs 34.9%

If imported as parts, not made-up garments

Chapter 61 for made-up only; unfinished pieces go to 6117 other knitted articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Lab certify alpaca as fine animal hair to distinguish from coarse wool headings

• Photos in entry docs help prove short length vs breeches

• Avoid set packaging unless intending ensemble classification