Nonwoven Hiking Breeches from Japan
Men's breeches from spunbond polypropylene nonwoven fabric of heading 5603, reinforced knees for rugged hiking. Falls under HTS 6210.40.55.39 for other men's breeches of man-made nonwovens, made-up but not knitted/crocheted. Meets exclusion for ribbed or pocketing features.
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
• Provide nonwoven production process docs; distinguish from woven via microscopy if challenged
• Size components compatibly only if sold separately; sets risk ensemble rules
• Avoid orthopedic features to prevent 9021 exclusion