Men's Cotton Chino Ensemble Shorts

These chino-style cotton shorts are components of a men's business-casual ensemble, paired with a matching cotton shirt-jacket of identical fabric for retail. HTS 6203.22.3030 covers them as other men's cotton ensemble shorts, distinct from suits or swimwear per chapter notes. Made-up non-knitted construction ensures chapter applicability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6203.42Higher: 26.6% vs 17.5%

If imported as standalone shorts

No retail set with upper garment means classification as individual men's cotton shorts.

6204.62Higher: 26.6% vs 17.5%

If designed for women's/girls' with right-over-left closure

Chapter note on closure determines gender; right-over-left shifts to women's cotton ensembles.

6210.40Lower: 16.2% vs 17.5%

If ensemble fails strict identical fabric test

Prima facie garments not fully qualifying as ensemble classify under 6210 for other cotton apparel.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide photos and specs showing identical fabric weave, color, and size match with upper piece to CBP for ensemble verification

Avoid mixing with worn clothing (6309); ensure new condition and proper origin labeling