Men's Loose Fit Cotton Bermuda Shorts from Germany
Above-knee cotton Bermuda shorts with relaxed fit, side pockets, and elastic waistband for casual summer wear. These qualify under HTS 6203.42.45 as other cotton shorts other than swimwear, meeting the general trousers/shorts definition without specialized construction. The 8-inch inseam distinguishes them from longer trousers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm inseam measurement <19 inches to avoid trouser vs short confusion; document with photos
• Label 'not swimwear' explicitly if design resembles beachwear to prevent 6211.11 misclassification
• Test fabric for shrinkage; excessive rates may require different care labeling