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Men's Spandex-Blend Gym Shorts from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

27.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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