Women's Cotton Denim Bermuda Shorts

These women's Bermuda shorts are made from 100% cotton denim fabric, featuring a mid-thigh length, five-pocket design, and zip fly closure. They qualify under HTS 6204.22.3050 as women's cotton shorts (other than swimwear) that are part of ensembles, consisting of identical fabric pieces for upper and lower body sold as a set for retail. The chapter notes specify ensembles as sets with matching fabric construction, style, color, and size.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6204.62Higher: 26.6% vs 17.5%

If made principally of man-made fibers

Changes from cotton heading (52) to man-made fiber subheading (62) based on predominant fiber composition.

6211.32Higher: 18.1% vs 17.5%

If designed as part of a track suit

Track suits are excluded from ensembles and classified under heading 6211 for sportswear.

6203.42.45Higher: 34.1% vs 17.5%

If sold as individual shorts, not in ensemble set

Ensembles require multiple matching pieces put up for retail; single garments shift to trousers/breeches/shorts subheadings in 6203 for women.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify all ensemble pieces use identical cotton fabric composition, color, and style per Chapter 62 notes to avoid reclassification

Include detailed packing lists showing set presentation for retail sale; common pitfall is shipping components separately

Label fiber content accurately as over 70% cotton; obtain mill certificates for customs valuation

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