Men's Quick-Dry Polyester Board Shorts

Men's quick-dry polyester board shorts for beach-to-street, but not swimwear due to lacking elastic legs. Ensemble with synthetic shirts under HTS 6203.23.00.70. Synthetic woven fabric and casual design confirm classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

6205.30.20Higher: 43.4% vs 10%

If resembling men's shirts with waist pockets

Shirts with lower pockets excluded from 6205 per notes; could overlap if not ensemble.

6109.90.10Higher: 49.5% vs 10%

If t-shirts or knitted upper matches but shorts knitted

Knitted garments entirely in Chapter 61; mismatch excludes from woven Chapter 62.

6307.90.98Higher: 24.5% vs 10%

If unfinished or rags/worn

Worn clothing or unfinished articles go to 6309 or other made-ups, not apparel chapters.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Explicitly note 'not swimwear' on entry to avoid 6211.11 misclassification

• Synthetic fiber flammability testing may be required for children's versions

• Track category 647 visa status for quota compliance from major exporters

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