Women's Cotton Denim Bermuda Shorts from Japan
These women's Bermuda shorts are made from knitted cotton denim fabric, featuring a mid-thigh length and elastic waistband for comfort. They fall under HTS 6104.62.20.30 as women's knitted or crocheted shorts of cotton, other than swimwear, designed for casual wear. The chapter applies specifically to made-up knitted articles like these shorts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the garment is knitted or crocheted with cotton content exceeding 70% via lab tests for accurate Chapter 61 classification
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'women's shorts' with right-over-left closure and measurements to avoid misclassification as unisex
• Avoid common pitfalls like missing fiber content labels, which can lead to FDA or CBP holds