Men's Polyester Cargo Shorts
These men's cargo shorts are made from durable polyester fabric, featuring multiple pockets and a relaxed fit suitable for casual wear. They fall under HTS 6203.49.90.60 as shorts of other textile materials (not cotton, wool, or synthetic fiber blends specified elsewhere), designed for men or boys and not swimwear. The garment lacks a ribbed waistband or pockets below the waist that would shift it to other headings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 70% or more synthetic fibers by weight
Synthetic fiber shorts shift to specific synthetic headings in 6203.43, separate from 'other textile materials'.
If part of a ski ensemble set for retail sale
Ski-specific ensembles with matching texture and style classify under 6211 per Chapter notes, not individual shorts.
If knitted or crocheted fabric
Knitted shorts fall under Chapter 61, excluded from Chapter 62 which covers only woven or non-knitted made-up textiles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% non-cotton/non-wool synthetics to avoid reclassification to 6203.43; include lab test reports
• Label clearly as 'men's' with left-over-right closure; provide invoices specifying 'shorts, not swimwear' to prevent disputes
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