Wool-Blend Synthetic Fiber Bermuda Shorts

These women's Bermuda shorts are knitted from a synthetic fiber blend containing 25% wool by weight, offering a soft, warm feel ideal for transitional weather. They fall under HTS 6104.63.15.20 as shorts (other than swimwear) made of synthetic fibers with 23% or more wool or fine animal hair. The chapter applies exclusively to made-up knitted or crocheted articles.

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.

6104.62Lower: 24.9% vs 32.4%

If containing less than 23% wool or fine animal hair

Lower wool content shifts classification within the same synthetic fiber shorts heading but different subheading.

6204.63Higher: 38.6% vs 32.4%

If woven rather than knitted or crocheted

Woven shorts of synthetic fibers with 23%+ wool fall under Chapter 62, not this knitted Chapter 61 heading.

6114.30.20Higher: 49.5% vs 32.4%

If sold as part of a complete ensemble set for retail

Ensembles with matching upper and lower garments in identical fabric are classified in 6114, not individual shorts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm at least 23% wool or fine animal hair, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification

Provide detailed yarn composition documentation; synthetic fibers must predominate but wool threshold met

Avoid common pitfalls like classifying as swimwear if not designed for water use