Boys' Polyester Track Pants from China
Boys' athletic track pants made from 100% polyester interlock fabric with elastic waistband and zip pockets, qualifying under HTS 9823.53.01 as USMCA Mexican-origin man-made fiber apparel. Full production from yarn extrusion through garment assembly occurs in Mexico per note 11(b)(i)(B).
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm polyester yarn formation and knitting both performed in Mexico
• Elastic components must also originate within USMCA region
• Pitfall: incorrect size categorization affects boys' vs men's classification