Men's Burton Snowboard Cargo Pants from Japan
These water-resistant snowboard pants from Burton are made of synthetic fibers like nylon with taped seams for waterproofing, designed specifically for snowboarding with reinforced knees and cargo pockets. They fall under HTS 6203.43.11.10 as recreational performance outerwear classified as ski/snowboard pants due to their water-resistant construction and intended use on snow slopes. Not knitted or crocheted, they are made-up trousers for men's or boys' use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify water resistance meets 647 GORE-TEX or equivalent standards with lab test reports; ensure labeling specifies synthetic fiber content over 70%
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as non-performance outerwear if not marketed for ski/snowboard use