Men's Merino Wool Alpine Ski Pants

Merino wool ski pants for men, imported as lower-body component of a two-piece alpine ski-suit with matching anorak. Their thick weave and ski-specific features like strap-under-boots classify them under HTS 6211.20.34.00 for wool ski-suit trousers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China17.5%+17.5%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico17.5%+10.0%27.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada17.5%+10.0%27.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany17.5%+10.0%27.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan17.5%+10.0%27.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.49Lower: 12.8% vs 35%

If lacking ski-suit identifiable texture

Wool trousers without general appearance for skiing classify as other men's trousers in 6203.

6210.30.50Lower: 24.6% vs 35%

If classified as other protective garments

Chapter notes prioritize 6210 for garments functioning principally as overgarments excluding ski-suits.

6112.12.00Higher: 45.7% vs 35%

If knitted or crocheted versions

Exclusion of knitted articles from Chapter 62 sends them to knitted swimwear/track suit headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Package with matching upper garment for retail sale to meet 'ski ensemble' criteria in heading 6211 notes

β€’ Beware of reclassification if pants have pockets below waist without ski intent, potentially shifting to 6203

β€’ Use commercial invoice specifying 'ski-suit parts of wool' to facilitate CBP review