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Men's Tropical Silk Chino Shorts

Slim-fit chino-style shorts from 70% silk tropical weave, lightweight for warm weather. Classified under HTS 6203.49.60.30 for men's silk shorts (70%+), excluding knitted per Chapter 62 scope.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.49.90Higher: 22.8% vs 12.5%

If other other silk shorts not meeting 70% exact

Catch-all for silk shorts outside specific weight/composition subs.

6216.00.54Higher: 30.4% vs 12.5%

If with attached braces or bib

Bib and brace overalls style reclassifies under 6216 for incomplete garments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use humidity-controlled shipping for silk to prevent damage claims

• CBP may require origin certificates for silk from non-ITA countries