Merino Wool Ski Shorts

These women's shorts for recreational performance outerwear incorporate 38% merino wool in an artificial fiber matrix, with thermal lining for alpine activities excluding swimwear. HTS 6204.69.02 applies as shorts of artificial fibers containing 36%+ wool, designed for outdoor performance. Wool enhances moisture-wicking for active use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13.6%+17.5%31.1%
🇲🇽Mexico13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇨🇦Canada13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇩🇪Germany13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇯🇵Japan13.6%+10.0%23.6%

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Alternative Classifications

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

6115.21.00Higher: 33.5% vs 31.1%

If knitted with gradual compression

Knitted hosiery-style shorts fall under Chapter 61, not made-up woven articles.

6211.32Lower: 18.1% vs 31.1%

If part of identifiable ski ensemble set

Ski ensembles put up for retail sale are classified in 6211 regardless of individual components.

6204.62Lower: 26.6% vs 31.1%

If cotton artificial blends under 36% wool

Different material compositions shift to cotton-based or lower wool subheadings in 6204.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure no swimwear features like elastic leg openings to avoid exclusion from this category

Provide evidence of recreational use (e.g

fabric specs) during customs review

Batch imports by fiber-tested lots to streamline verification

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