Silk Performance Trekking Shorts from Germany
These silk blend shorts for women's trekking activities include zippered pockets, elastic waist, and quick-dry treatment for recreational performance. HTS 6204.69.0510 applies to silk shorts as non-swimwear recreational outerwear trousers/breeches/shorts, under cotton restraints in woven textile chapter.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Confirm no ribbed waistband or waist-low pockets to avoid 6205/6206 shirt exclusions
• Use HTS advisory for 'recreational performance' claim; photos aid binding ruling requests
• Avoid misdeclaring length; shorts under knee classify here, not full trousers