Merino Wool Mix Synthetic Knee-Length Shorts

Women's knee-length shorts crafted from knitted synthetic fibers blended with 28% Merino wool for breathability and durability. Classified under HTS 6104.63.15.20 due to synthetic fiber base with wool exceeding 23% by weight, designed as non-swimwear shorts. Exclusively for made-up knitted articles per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+17.5%32.4%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

6103Lower: 15.6% vs 32.4%

If designed for men or boys with left-over-right closure

Chapter notes classify left-over-right front closure as men's garments, shifting to men's trousers/shorts heading.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 32.4%

If imported as worn or used clothing

Worn knitted articles are excluded from this chapter and covered under heading 6309 via chapter note.

6104.53Lower: 26% vs 32.4%

If predominantly cotton with minor wool content under 23%

Material composition change to cotton base moves to cotton shorts heading, regardless of wool presence.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label garments clearly with fiber content breakdown to meet U.S. customs and FTC requirements

Ensure no drawstring or ribbed waistband at bottom to avoid exclusion from related headings per notes

Declare as women's via right-over-left closure or cut design to prevent unisex reclassification