Men's Nylon Hiking Trousers from China

These lightweight nylon trousers are designed for recreational hiking with reinforced knees, multiple cargo pockets, and water-resistant coating. They fall under HTS 6203.49.09 as recreational performance outerwear trousers made of nylon, a synthetic textile other than wool, fine animal hair, or cotton. Not qualifying as a suit or ensemble component, they are classified here for men's or boys' use.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20.3%

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

Verify textile fiber content via lab tests to confirm 'other textile materials' excluding wool or cotton blends over specified limits

Label garments clearly with fiber composition, country of origin, and care instructions to meet FTC and CBP requirements

Avoid misclassification as swimwear or industrial workwear; provide performance specs showing recreational hiking use