Girls' Crocheted Rayon Shorts from Japan
These girls' knee-length shorts are crocheted from rayon artificial fibers, with an elastic waist for playwear. Though hierarchy specifies trousers/breeches, shorts of artificial fibers fit 6104.69.20 (other), but precisely under 6104.69.2030 context for lower body wear. Knitted/crocheted per Chapter 61.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate shorts from trousers by inseam length in invoices to avoid reclassification
• Comply with children's product safety standards (CPSIA) with tracking labels for under-12 items
• Monitor for anti-dumping duties on rayon from certain origins like Asia