Panama Assembled Baby Cotton Socks

Infant socks classified under HTS 6115.96.60, assembled in Panama using U.S.-formed thread and U.S. knit-to-shape components from U.S. yarns. These qualify for special duty treatment under 9822.09.65 per U.S. note 42, which requires specific U.S. origin for all production materials and processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6115.96.60Higher: 36.3% vs 10%

If components not wholly U.S. origin

Standard apparel classification applies without special US-Panama program qualification, subjecting to regular Chapter 61 duties

9822.09.61Same rate: 10%

If assembled from U.S. cut fabrics instead of knit-to-shape

Different assembly method using cut fabrics rather than knit components changes the specific preferential provision

9802.00.80Same rate: 10%

If U.S. goods exported for assembly and returned

U.S. manufacturing substitution provisions apply to goods substantially transformed abroad from U.S. components

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify U.S. origin documentation for thread, yarns, and knit components; obtain Panama assembly certification; ensure all components meet 'wholly formed and finished in U.S.' requirements to avoid reclassification

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