Rayon Work Shorts from Japan
Men's knee-length work shorts constructed from rayon (artificial fiber) with reinforced seams and utility pockets. Falls under HTS 6203.49.50 for shorts of artificial fibers, woven and made-up, distinct from swimwear or ensembles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
27.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'men's shorts of rayon' to distinguish from swimwear in 6211.11
• Check for bib or brace features; those classify differently under 6203.49.20
• Use HTS lookup tools for exact fiber breakdown to prevent misclassification penalties