Silk Performance Trekking Shorts from Japan
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 — 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
• 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