Men's Cotton Boxer Briefs from Japan
Men's cotton boxer briefs are close-fitting underpants with an elastic waistband and leg openings, made from woven cotton fabric. They classify under HTS 6207.11.00.00 as men's underpants and briefs of cotton, part of made-up textile articles excluding knitted ones. The cotton composition and men's sizing confirm this non-knitted undergarment category.
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
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% cotton via lab tests to avoid reclassification; include detailed invoices with yarn construction
• Label garments with country of origin, care instructions, and fiber content per FTC rules to prevent CBP holds
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as knitted (Chapter 61); check weave structure during production audits