What certificates does a pair of lounge shorts need to enter the US?
For a pair of lounge shorts, the things you must have are: Fiber labels; Importer registration and customs bond.
The things you must have
- Fiber labels
Your factory prints these labels; ask for photos before shipping.
- Importer registration and customs bond
Your broker files CBP Form 5106; they'll arrange bonds for formal entries.
How many requirements are in the checklist?
The full checklist has 5 items: 0 apply to every product in this category, 5 apply only in some situations, and 0 are notes rather than steps.
Laboratory tests and their conditions
1610 testing for nonexempt fabrics; fiber content
This checklist doesn't list any mandatory laboratory tests for this product.
What to look at for this product
If your pair of lounge shorts uses a nonexempt fabric, request the flammability report identifying the material in the body and elasticated waistband.
If your shorts have a printed textile label, request the fiber percentages and origin stated for their fabric.
If your shorts have wool in any fabric components, ask your supplier to confirm the wool content information for those particular components.
If your shorts need a care label, request the instructions matching their fabric and waistband construction.
If your shorts will be sold in New York, ask your supplier about PFAS in the fabric and applied finishes.
If your shorts have a fiber claim, request fiber analysis covering the body fabric and any different textile used to form their waistband.
Labels and state rules
List fiber percentages from highest to lowest. Put the country of origin on the front of the label; for garments with a collar, place it at the inside center of the neckline. Include the company name or RN, use English and provide care instructions. Online listings must say "Imported".
New York bans PFAS in clothing from 2025; California AB 1817 applies; Maine and Vermont regulate textiles in 2026 (secondary source).
How this page was prepared
This page matches a product name to the rule library. We haven't inspected the physical product, and this isn't legal advice.