Boys' Polyester Athletic Shorts

Lightweight polyester athletic shorts for boys, with elastic waistband and side slits for mobility during sports. Classified in HTS 6203.43.90.40 as other boys' shorts of synthetic fibers, woven (not knitted), excluding swimwear. Meets criteria for trousers/shorts category without pockets below waist that would shift to other headings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China27.9%+17.5%45.4%
🇲🇽Mexico27.9%+10.0%37.9%
🇨🇦Canada27.9%+10.0%37.9%
🇩🇪Germany27.9%+10.0%37.9%
🇯🇵Japan27.9%+10.0%37.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.42Lower: 26.6% vs 45.4%

If predominantly cotton (over 50%)

Material composition shifts to cotton headings if synthetic content is below threshold.

6211.11Lower: 17.5% vs 45.4%

If designed as part of ski-suit ensemble

Ski-specific texture and style (e.g., insulated) classify under ski ensembles per heading 6211 notes.

6209.90.10Lower: 39.5% vs 45.4%

If sized for babies under 86cm height

Baby garments take precedence over boys' classifications per heading 6209 note (b).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide commercial invoices specifying 'woven synthetic shorts for boys' to distinguish from knitted alternatives

Check for bib/brace designs; pure shorts without bibs stay in this subheading

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