Men's Cotton Denim Trousers from Mexico
These men's trousers are made from blue denim fabric classified under 6203.42.40, qualifying for special CAFTA-DR tariff treatment under HTS 9822.05.11 within the quantitative limits of U.S. note 21(b). The trousers fall under chapter 62 apparel provisions for non-originating goods assembled in CAFTA-DR territory from third-country fabrics. This classification provides reduced duty rates for specified apparel exceeding standard TRQ limits.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with U.S. note 21(b) quantitative limits through CBP monitoring; ensure proper CAFTA-DR country of assembly documentation; maintain records showing third-country fabric origin