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Men's Wool Waistcoat from Germany

A knitted wool waistcoat designed for men, featuring a V-neckline, button front closure, and no sleeves, providing a formal layer under suits. It falls under HTS 6110.19.0050 as a men's vest made of wool, other than a sweater vest, within Chapter 61 for made-up knitted articles. Excludes orthopedic appliances or worn clothing per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

16%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify wool content exceeds 50% for fine animal hair classification; provide lab test certificates to avoid reclassification to synthetic blends

• Label as 'men's' based on left-over-right front closure per chapter notes; include care instructions for knitted wool garments