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Men's Nylon Hiking Trousers

Lightweight nylon trousers designed for hiking, with reinforced knees and water-resistant finish. Classified in HTS 6203.49.90 for men's trousers of other textile materials like nylon not specified in prior subheadings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina2.8%+20.0%22.8%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.43.45Lower: 20% vs 22.8%

If predominantly synthetic fibers like nylon

High synthetic fiber content (over 70%) moves to 6203.43 per material-specific subheadings.

6211.32Lower: 20.6% vs 22.8%

If designed as part of a ski ensemble

Ski-specific trousers identifiable by texture and style fall under heading 6211 per Chapter notes.

6103.43.15Higher: 48.2% vs 22.8%

If knitted or crocheted construction

Knitted trousers exclude from Chapter 62, classifying in Chapter 61 instead.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include technical specs on nylon weave and finish to distinguish from coated fabrics in Chapter 62 exclusions

โ€ข Check for bib or brace elements that could reclassify as overalls

โ€ข Use HTS advisory rulings for blends exceeding 50% other textiles to avoid audits