Men's Stretch Cotton Trousers from Japan
Cotton trousers with added elastane for stretch comfort, maintaining over 70% cotton content for classification. Under HTS 6203.42.4518 as other men's cotton trousers due to predominant fiber. Elastane spandex doesn't change heading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Lab certify cotton >70%; higher elastane shifts to MMF headings
• Label blends accurately; FTC requires fiber percentages
• Test elasticity claims; doesn't affect HTS but aids marketing