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Women's Spandex-Free Tailored Shorts from Japan

Tailored knee-length shorts from synthetic polyester for professional women's ensembles, with clean lines and no elastic waist. Classifies in HTS 6204.23.0045 as other synthetic shorts, non-knitted made-up articles suitable for set presentation. Complies with ensemble fabric matching requirements.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document identical fabric use with upper ensemble pieces to validate 6204 classification

• Ensure no bib or brace features that could classify as overalls in same heading

• Pre-clear with CBP rulings for ensemble vs individual determination