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Men's Rayon Twill Bermuda Shorts

Bermuda-style shorts crafted from rayon twill, an artificial fiber, designed as the lower component of a men's ensemble with a matching rayon shirt or jacket. HTS 6203.29.20.35 covers these as shorts in artificial fiber ensembles, emphasizing the coordinated retail set for men's apparel. The mid-length cut and fabric match the chapter's non-swimwear shorts definition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.42.25Higher: 30.3% vs 12.5%

If of cotton predominant material

Cotton ensembles use 6203.42; material change from artificial fibers alters the specific textile heading.

6103.43.15Higher: 48.2% vs 12.5%

If knitted or crocheted fabric

Chapter 62 excludes knitted articles, directing them to Chapter 61 like 6103 for men's ensembles.

6211.33Higher: 28.5% vs 12.5%

If designed as part of a track suit set

Track suits classify specifically in 6211, overriding general ensemble rules in 6203.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm rayon content via lab tests if blended; must be predominantly artificial fibers for this code

• Include retail packaging photos showing ensemble coordination to prevent separation at customs

• Avoid classifying as 6205 if no pockets below waist; document as ensemble to stay in 6203