Artificial Fiber Hiking Trousers from China

These women's trousers are made from artificial fibers like polyester, designed as recreational performance outerwear for hiking with water-resistant coating and reinforced knees. They fall under HTS 6204.69.03 as trousers of artificial fibers classified as recreational performance outerwear, not swimwear. The artificial fiber composition and performance features distinguish them from everyday apparel.

Duty Rate — China → United States

46.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% artificial fibers via lab tests for accurate classification under artificial fibers subheading

Include performance specs like water resistance in invoices to justify 'recreational performance outerwear' status and avoid reclassification

Ensure labeling complies with FTC rules on fiber content and country of origin to prevent CBP holds