Women's Wool-Blend Puffer Vest from Japan
This women's puffer vest is knitted from a blend of 25% wool and 75% polyester, providing warmth without sleeves for layering over outfits. It falls under HTS 6110.30.15.40 as a women's vest (other than sweater vests) made of man-made fibers containing 23% or more wool, designed for casual outerwear. The sleeveless design and high wool content meet the specific criteria for this subheading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm ≥23% wool, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification or penalties
• Include detailed composition labels and country-of-origin certificates for smooth CBP clearance
• Avoid common pitfalls like classifying as sweater vests if the style lacks a structured sweater-like knit