HS code for men’s athletic shorts

HS code

6103.43

US tariff lines

US general duty

Varies by line

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Men’s knitted shorts of synthetic fibres, which covers most gym and running shorts, are 6103.43.

US tariff lines under 6103.43

US HTS code	Description	General duty
6103.43.10	Trousers, breeches and shorts › Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 2 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 6103.43.10.10 — Trousers and breeches (447) 6103.43.10.20 — Shorts (447)	58.5¢/kg + 15.2%
6103.43.15	Trousers, breeches and shorts › Other 6 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 6103.43.15.20 — Trousers and breeches › Men's (647) 6103.43.15.35 — Trousers and breeches › Boys' › Imported as parts of play suits (237) 6103.43.15.40 — Trousers and breeches › Boys' › Other (647) 6103.43.15.50 — Shorts › Men's (647) 6103.43.15.65 — Shorts › Boys' › Imported as parts of play suits (237) 6103.43.15.70 — Shorts › Boys' › Other (647)	28.2%
6103.43.20	Bib and brace overalls 4 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 6103.43.20.10 — Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair (459) 6103.43.20.15 — Other › Insulated, for cold weather protection (659) 6103.43.20.20 — Other › Other › Men's (659) 6103.43.20.25 — Other › Other › Boys' (659)	14.9%

Import duty on men’s athletic shorts by country

Import into the US

Varies by line

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Import into the UK

12%

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Import into the EU

12%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for men’s athletic shorts?

The international HS code for men’s athletic shorts is 6103.43. Men’s knitted shorts of synthetic fibres, which covers most gym and running shorts, are 6103.43.

Q2What is the US import duty on men’s athletic shorts?

It depends on the exact line: 3 US tariff lines sit under 6103.43, with general rates of Varies by line. The table on this page lists each one. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for men’s athletic shorts?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 6103.43 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (6103.43) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.