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6205.20.20.03 - Containing compact yarns described in statistical reporting number 5205.42.0021, 5205.43.0021, 5205.44.0021, 5205.46.0021 or 5205.47.0021 (340) 🖩

Details

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Unit of Quantitydoz., kg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)19.7%
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)Free (AU,BH,CL,CO,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
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Column 2 Rate of Duty45%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 6205.20.20.03, specifically classifies men's or boys' shirts of cotton that are not dress shirts and do not fall under the "other" classification for cotton shirts. The defining characteristic of this category is the use of compact yarns, as detailed in specific statistical reporting numbers (e.g., 5205.42.0021). This detailed yarn specification is crucial for distinguishing these shirts from other cotton shirts that may use different yarn constructions.

Unlike the "Dress shirts" sibling category, which generally refers to more formal shirt styles designed for business or formal wear, this category encompasses a broader range of casual or semi-formal shirts made from cotton. The "Other" sibling category at this level likely captures cotton shirts that do not meet the specific compact yarn requirements of this code. Therefore, the presence of compact yarns, as outlined in the associated statistical reporting numbers, is the primary criterion for classifying shirts under 6205.20.20.03.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification is determined by the material (cotton), the garment type (men's or boys' shirt), the exclusion of dress shirt styles, and the specific requirement for compact yarns meeting the referenced statistical reporting numbers. Examples of shirts that would fall here include casual button-down shirts, polo shirts, or other woven cotton shirts where the cotton yarn is spun using a compact spinning process.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 6205.20.20.03?
HTS code 6205.20.20.03 covers Containing compact yarns described in statistical reporting number 5205.42.0021, 5205.43.0021, 5205.44.0021, 5205.46.0021 or 5205.47.0021 (340) under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 62: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted.
›What products are classified under 6205.20.20.03?
This classification covers Containing compact yarns described in statistical reporting number 5205.42.0021, 5205.43.0021, 5205.44.0021, 5205.46.0021 or 5205.47.0021 (340). It is a subcategory of Other (6205.20.20).
›What is the import duty rate for 6205.20.20.03?
The general rate of duty for HTS 6205.20.20.03 is 19.7%. Special preferential rates may apply: Free (AU,BH,CL,CO,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG). The Column 2 rate is 45%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 6205.20.20.03?
Imports under HTS 6205.20.20.03 are measured in doz.","kg.
›Are there special tariff programs for 6205.20.20.03?
Yes, preferential rates may apply under programs including: Australia Special Rate, Bahrain Special Rate, Chile Special Rate, Colombia Special Rate, Israel Special Rate (duty-free treatment). And 9 more programs.

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