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Cotton Trouser Waistbands

Made-up cotton waistband components for trousers, featuring belt loops and hook closures. Falls under HTS 6217.90.90.75 as other parts of garments from cotton textile, non-knitted.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+20.0%34.6%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%—14.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%—14.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.42Lower: 29.1% vs 34.6%

If part of complete men's woven cotton trousers

Full trousers classify in 6203, pulling parts into garment heading not parts.

6217.90Same rate: 34.6%

If of man-made fibers

Material composition shifts to MMF subheading, different duty structure.

6307.90.98Lower: 27% vs 34.6%

If considered other made-up textile articles

Broader catch-all in 6307 if not specifically garment parts.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document as unfinished trouser parts; complete garments risk higher duties under 6203

• Test for cotton purity to qualify for 359 statistical suffix

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail sale, which could trigger ensemble rules