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Cotton Tailored Waistcoat for Women's Suit Set from Japan

This cotton waistcoat is designed as a matching component of a women's suit ensemble, featuring the same fabric construction, color, and style as the accompanying jacket and skirt or trousers. It is imported specifically as a part of such suits, qualifying under HTS 6104.19.60.40 due to its role in completing the multi-piece suit set made of knitted or crocheted cotton. The waistcoat has a tailored fit with front panels from the identical outer fabric.

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

• Verify the waistcoat matches the suit's fabric, color, style, and size per Chapter Note definitions for suit components to avoid reclassification

• Include documentation proving importation as part of a suit set, such as packing lists showing coordination with jacket and trousers

• Label fiber content accurately as cotton and note 'part of suit' to prevent customs disputes on standalone garment status

Cotton Tailored Waistcoat for Women's Suit Set from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 6104.19.60.40