Silk Cycling Performance Shorts from Japan
These men's silk cycling shorts feature 70% silk outer shell with chamois padding for recreational bike rides, classified as performance outerwear. HTS 6203.49.07.30 applies for silk (70%+) shorts in men's trousers/breeches category, excluding swimwear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide technical specs proving 'performance' features like padding; avoid declaring as bib overalls
• Silk imports may require special merchandise processing fees; track visa categories for origin countries