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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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