Girls' Spandex-Lined Synthetic Shorts from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
28.2%
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
• 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