Thai Hill Tribe Handwoven Synthetic Shorts from Japan
Women's folklore shorts made from synthetic yarns hand-loomed by Thai hill tribe artisans, featuring geometric motifs symbolic of ethnic traditions. Classified under HTS 6204.63.6500 for certified hand-loomed folklore products of synthetic fibers, excluding swimwear. The certification highlights their cultural authenticity and artisanal production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide artisan certificates and origin declarations from Thai cultural authorities to substantiate folklore status
• Ensure shorts lack swimwear features like elastic leg openings to prevent misclassification
• Label fiber content accurately; blends over 50% synthetic keep it here, but watch for reclassification pitfalls