Merino Wool Mix Synthetic Knee-Length Shorts from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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