Men's Polyester Briefs from Japan
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.
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% 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