Men's Cotton Swim Briefs from Japan
Form-fitting men's swim briefs made of cotton-spandex blend for stretch and support, with contoured pouch and double-layer front. Classified in HTS 6211.11.80.10 as other men's cotton swimwear, a made-up article for swimming excluding knitted types.
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
• Conduct fiber content analysis if blended with spandex to confirm cotton dominance for this subheading
• Avoid garments with waist-tightening below waist to stay within swimwear provisions
• Prepare binding rulings from CBP for novel designs to confirm classification pre-shipment