Men's Polyester Trail Running Shorts from Japan
These polyester trail running shorts feature moisture-wicking fabric, elastic waist with drawcord, and zippered pockets for performance during outdoor runs. Classified under HTS 6203.49.09 as men's recreational performance outerwear shorts of polyester, other than cotton or wool. They are woven articles not part of suits or ensembles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document recreational use with marketing materials and specs to distinguish from everyday shorts
• Ensure no pockets below waist if claiming certain exceptions, but comply with full labeling for synthetics
• Check for blended fibers; if cotton exceeds 50%, it shifts to cotton headings—test rigorously