Men's Embroidered Silk Swim Shorts from Japan
Swim shorts with 80% silk base and embroidered motifs, elastic legs, and mesh brief liner for aquatic sports. HTS 6211.11.40.00 due to silk majority and men's swimwear designation per hierarchy. Embroidery adds decorative flair without changing classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Calculate silk % excluding trims/embroidery threads per CBP rules
• Provide assembly diagrams showing made-up status vs parts