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Boys' Polyester Athletic Shorts from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

27.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty

Import Tips

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