Men's Polyester Hiking Trousers

These men's trousers are made from durable polyester fabric designed for recreational hiking, featuring water-repellent coating and reinforced knees. They classify under HTS 6203.49.09.20 as recreational performance outerwear trousers of other textile materials (not wool, cotton, or synthetic in general categories), subject to cotton restraints (347) due to specific quota agreements. The non-cotton, non-wool composition fits the 'other textile materials' subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+17.5%20.3%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6211.33Higher: 26% vs 20.3%

If sold as part of a ski ensemble set

Ski ensembles with matching trousers fall under heading 6211 for track suits, ski suits, and similar garments.

6203.49Same rate: 20.3%

If made primarily of synthetic fibers like nylon

Predominantly synthetic fiber trousers shift to specific synthetic subheadings within 6203.49.

6117.80.95Higher: 32.1% vs 20.3%

If knitted or crocheted construction

Knitted trousers are excluded from Chapter 62 and classified in Chapter 61.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric composition with lab tests to confirm 'other textile materials' excluding cotton/wool/synthetics to avoid reclassification

Include detailed invoices specifying recreational use and HTS 6203.49.09.20; monitor cotton restraint (347) quotas via OTEXA

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