Silk Performance Trail Shorts from Japan
These women's silk shorts are engineered for trail running and hiking, with quick-dry silk blend, elastic waist, and ventilation panels for recreational outerwear performance. Classified in HTS 6204.69.0530 for silk-based recreational performance shorts (non-swimwear), adhering to Chapter 62's made-up non-knitted textile rules.
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 performance test data (e.g
• abrasion resistance) to justify 'recreational performance' subcategory
• Ensure no bib or brace elements, as those could shift classification within 6204
• Watch for man-made fiber quotas; track 648 category usage to avoid overfill penalties