Boys' Polyester Board Shorts from China
Polyester board shorts for boys' beach activities, but not swimwear due to non-waterproof design. Classified HTS 6203.43.90.40 as other synthetic boys' shorts. Excludes orthopedic or worn articles per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Differentiate from swimwear with affidavits stating casual use
• Invoice as 'woven polyester shorts, boys'' explicitly
• Watch for ensemble packaging with rash guards