Men's Cotton-Flax Waistcoat Vest

A knitted men's waistcoat vest made from cotton fabric containing 36% or more flax fibers by weight, designed as a formal undergarment without sleeves. It falls under HTS 6110.20.10.22 as a vest other than a sweater vest for men or boys, meeting the chapter's criteria for knitted articles with specified fiber content. The high flax proportion provides a linen-like texture suitable for business attire.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+17.5%22.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6110.20.10Same rate: 22.5%

If designed for women or girls

Garments designed for right-over-left closure or women's cut are classified in the women's or girls' subheading per chapter notes.

6203.32.10Lower: 20.3% vs 22.5%

If not knitted or crocheted

Woven cotton vests with 36%+ flax fall under Chapter 62 for non-knitted apparel.

6110.20.20Higher: 34% vs 22.5%

If flax content under 36% by weight

Lower flax blends in cotton vests are classified in the general cotton subheading without the flax specifier.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm at least 36% flax by weight, as required for this subheading; retain certificates for CBP review

Ensure labeling complies with FTC textile rules, disclosing cotton/flax blend percentages and country of origin

Avoid classifying as sweater vests if featuring heavy knitting or insulation, which shifts to other 6110 subheadings