Cotton Elastic Cuff for Chino Trousers from China
A knitted cotton elastic cuff intended for the bottom hem of chino trousers or breeches, providing stretch and fit. Classified under HTS 6117.90.90.60 because it is a specific knitted part for trousers made of cotton. Manufacturers import these to attach during final assembly of pants.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34.6%
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'knitted trouser parts' with diagrams showing attachment points for CBP verification
• Ensure no attached hardware like buttons, as that could reclassify to finished accessories