Men's Quick-Dry Swim Briefs

Form-fitting men's swim briefs made of woven synthetic blend with quick-dry technology and supportive pouch. Falls under HTS 6211.11.80.40 as other men's swimwear, distinguished by brief cut and non-knitted fabric. Designed exclusively for aquatic use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+17.5%25%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6107.11.00Lower: 24.9% vs 25%

If knitted underwear-style

Knitted men's underpants go to Chapter 61; swimwear must prove water use.

6211.11.10Higher: 45.3% vs 25%

If of wool or fine animal hair

Material composition dictates fiber-specific subheadings within swimwear.

6207.19.90Higher: 28% vs 25%

If classified as men's underwear rather than swimwear

End-use determination; non-swim intent moves to singular undergarments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber content analysis to ensure synthetic classification; blends over 50% non-synthetic may shift headings

Use FDA-compliant dyes if swimwear contacts skin extensively; violations result in quarantines

Declare as swimwear explicitly on entries to avoid misclassification as underwear (Chapter 62 other garments)

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