Men's Spandex-Blend Gym Shorts from China
Elasticized men's gym shorts primarily of synthetic spandex-nylon blend for athletic training, with drawstring waist. Classified under HTS 6203.43.90 as other synthetic shorts, prima facie not swimwear or track suits.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Differentiate from swimwear by fabric breathability and non-chlorine resistance claims
• Use GTIN/UPC codes matching HTS description on packages for automated clearance
• Monitor elastic content; excessive spandex may trigger 6212 classification review