Girls' Cotton Denim Knee-Length Shorts
These girls' shorts are made from 100% cotton denim fabric, featuring a mid-thigh length suitable for casual wear, with an elastic waistband and mock pockets. They fall under HTS 6204.62.8066 as other girls' shorts of cotton, not swimwear, distinguishing them from longer trousers or bib overalls in the same heading. The 'other' subcategories exclude specific styles like blue denim or colored variants.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed for left-over-right front closure
Garments with left-over-right closure are classified as men's or boys' per Chapter notes, shifting to men's cotton trousers/shorts heading.
If knitted or crocheted fabric
Chapter 62 excludes knitted or crocheted articles, which fall under Chapter 61 for panty hose, tights, and similar.
If part of a track suit set for retail sale
Anoraks and track suit garments of cotton are classified in 6211, not standalone shorts in 6204.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content is at least 70% cotton via lab tests to confirm Chapter 62 classification and avoid reclassification to man-made fibers
• Label garments clearly with country of origin, care instructions, and size per FTC rules to prevent CBP holds at entry
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as boys' shorts; ensure right-over-left closure and girls' sizing for proper heading
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