Cotton Ensemble Waistcoat for Skirt Suit from Japan
Designed as the upper body component in a women's cotton skirt suit ensemble, this knitted waistcoat matches the skirt and jacket in fabric, style, and size for retail sale. It falls under HTS 6104.19.60.40 as a suit part, per ensemble definitions excluding certain headings. Provides a polished layered look.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm 'put up for retail sale' packaging with matching pieces to meet ensemble criteria
• Avoid drawstrings or tightening at bottom, as prohibited in related headings per Chapter Notes
• Test for average stitch count if average <10 per cm, risking shift to other categories