Silk Bermuda Shorts

Women's knee-length Bermuda shorts made of silk or silk waste, with belt loops and zip fly for a polished look. HTS 6204.69.65.20 covers these silk shorts (other than swimwear), subject to wool restraints, as non-knitted made-up textile articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.1%+17.5%24.6%
🇲🇽Mexico7.1%+10.0%17.1%
🇨🇦Canada7.1%+10.0%17.1%
🇩🇪Germany7.1%+10.0%17.1%
🇯🇵Japan7.1%+10.0%17.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

6204.62Higher: 26.6% vs 24.6%

If of cotton fabric

Cotton shorts classify under 6204.62.25, with material-specific subheadings diverging from silk.

6209.20.50Higher: 26.8% vs 24.6%

If sized for babies under 86cm height

Baby garments prioritize 6209 per Chapter notes, overriding other classifications.

6211.32Lower: 18.1% vs 24.6%

If designed as track suit bottoms

Track pants identifiable for sports use shift to 6211, distinct from general trousers/shorts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure no swimwear features like elastic legs; otherwise, reclassifies outside 6204 scope

Provide size charts showing women's/girls' design (right-over-left closure) to confirm gender classification

Monitor quota fill via Census Bureau; silk under wool restraints can face delays