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

45.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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