Men's Nylon Boardshorts

Boardshorts crafted from durable nylon (man-made fiber) with quick-dry properties, side cargo pockets, and a drawstring waist, ideal for surfing and beach activities. Classified under HTS 6211.11.10.10 as men's swimwear made from man-made fibers, excluding knitted constructions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China27.8%+17.5%45.3%
🇲🇽Mexico27.8%+10.0%37.8%
🇨🇦Canada27.8%+10.0%37.8%
🇩🇪Germany27.8%+10.0%37.8%
🇯🇵Japan27.8%+10.0%37.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6112.39.00Lower: 30.7% vs 45.3%

If crocheted or knitted fabric

Any knitted construction, even for swimwear, moves to Chapter 61 headings like 6112.

6211.12.10.10Lower: 29.3% vs 45.3%

If men's swimwear of wool or fine animal hair

Material shift to wool changes the fiber-specific subheading within swimwear.

6203.49Lower: 12.8% vs 45.3%

If marketed as casual athletic shorts

If not principally for swimming, they classify as other men's trousers or shorts of man-made fibers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber composition analysis; nylon must predominate for 6211.11.10, or it may classify under wool/other fiber subheadings

Include commercial invoices specifying 'swimwear' use; photos of garment in water context help CBP verification