Men's Polyester Briefs
Classic men's underwear briefs made primarily from polyester man-made fibers, designed for everyday wear with elastic waistband and leg openings. Classified under HTS 6207.99.85.20 as men's underpants of man-made fibers, other than cotton or wool blends. These are woven, not knitted, distinguishing them from Chapter 61 articles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If knitted or crocheted
Knitted man-made fiber underpants fall under Chapter 61, not woven articles of Chapter 62.
If containing 70% or more cotton by weight
Cotton-dominant briefs shift to cotton-specific subheading within the same heading.
If sold as part of a garment set for retail
Articles classifiable in multiple headings prioritize 6210 for overgarments or sets excluding 6209.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab tests to avoid reclassification to cotton headings
• Label garments clearly with fiber composition and country of origin per FTC and CBP requirements
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as knitted (Chapter 61) which changes duty rates significantly
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