Boys' Silk Jogging Shorts from Japan
Elastic-waist shorts of 70% silk for boys' jogging or gym use, not swimwear or full suits. HTS 6211.39.60.90 covers as other boys' garments of high silk content, woven fabric per chapter exclusions. Sporty design but individual sale.
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
• Lab certify silk percentage; minor blends under 70% shift to lower silk subheadings
• Use care labels specifying hand-wash for silk to meet textile import rules