Girls' Spandex-Lined Synthetic Shorts from China
These girls' shorts feature a knitted synthetic fiber outer shell with spandex lining for stretch and comfort, suitable for dance or gym. HTS 6104.63.20.60 applies to other girls' synthetic shorts excluding swimwear or specialized types like bib overalls. Synthetic dominance places it here over cotton blends.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis to confirm synthetic majority; label per FTC rules for childrenswear
• Avoid pitfall of pocket-below-waist triggering 6105/6106 exclusion if misclassified as shirts
• Separate from sets to prevent ensemble reclassification