Women's Linen Bermuda Shorts from Germany
These women's Bermuda shorts are made from 100% linen fabric, featuring a mid-thigh length, elastic waistband, and side pockets. They fall under HTS 6204.69.8046 as women's shorts of other textile materials (linen), not knitted or crocheted, and not swimwear. Linen places them outside cotton or synthetic headings in Chapter 62.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests as linen must exceed 70% to avoid reclassification to synthetic blends
• Label garments with country of origin and care instructions per FTC rules to prevent CBP holds
• Avoid marketing as swimwear to prevent shifts to Chapter 62 swimwear headings