Boys' Cotton Pocket T-Shirt
Knitted cotton T-shirt for boys with a single chest patch pocket, short sleeves, and round neckline. It qualifies for HTS 6109.10.00.14 as a boys' cotton T-shirt, adhering to chapter exclusions for bottom tightening and sleeve requirements.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 16.5% | +20.0% | 36.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | 16.5% | +10.0% | 26.5% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 16.5% | +60.0% | 76.5% |
| π©πͺGermany | 16.5% | β | 16.5% |
| π―π΅Japan | 16.5% | β | 16.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If having long sleeves and full front opening with collar
Becomes a 'shirt' under 6105 note if it has opening from neckline, collar, and long sleeves, rather than open-bottom T-shirt.
If stitch density under 10 per cm or not fully made up
Chapter notes for 6105/6106 extend to 6109; low knit density classifies as other made-up articles in 6117.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Document pocket construction to distinguish from shirts under 6105, which require full openings and collars
β’ Use HTS advisory rulings for graphic-heavy designs to preempt CBP challenges on 'similar garments' scope
β’ Monitor quotas on cotton apparel; exceeded limits trigger higher duties or visa requirements
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