Spandex-Blend Baby Shorts from Japan
Elastic spandex-blend baby shorts (synthetic dominant) for babies under 86 cm offer stretch without ribbed waistbands. Made-up non-knitted articles sold singly qualify for 6209.30.20.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Fiber content labels must show synthetics >50% for this heading; test reports essential
• Prevent bulk packaging resembling sets to avoid 6209.30.40.00
• Watch for sleeveless confusion, but shorts exempt from 6205/6206 pocket rules