Merino Wool Blend Cycling Shorts from Japan
Men's cycling shorts featuring synthetic base with high merino wool content for moisture management in recreational performance scenarios. Woven construction and non-swimwear design place them in HTS 6203.43.09.30 as wool-containing synthetic shorts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label for left-over-right closure to confirm men's classification per chapter notes
• Avoid ribbed waistbands or waist-below pockets that could invoke 6205/6206 exclusions
• Prepare for scrutiny on 'performance outerwear' claims with marketing materials