Fine Hair Wool Blend Shorts from Japan
Men's knee-length walking shorts made with 36% fine animal hair (cashmere blend) and 64% rayon artificial fibers, tailored for golf. Under HTS 6203.49.50.05 for shorts of artificial fibers containing ≥36% wool/fine hair, as non-knitted Chapter 62 apparel excluding swimwear. Precise wool content triggers this statistical breakout.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
27.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct burn tests or lab analysis for fine hair verification, as CBP scrutinizes animal fiber claims
• Declare as 'other' if not trousers/breeches/shorts specifically to match hierarchy