Men's Waistcoat Silk Polyester Vest from Japan
Sleeveless knitted waistcoat from polyester with 32% silk, styled for men's formal suiting under jackets. HTS 6110.30.20.53 covers it as 'similar articles' (vests) of man-made fibers with silk, without pockets below waist per 6105/6106 notes. Five-button front and welt pockets.
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 no lower pockets or ribbed waist to avoid 6105 exclusion
• Pair with invoices showing single item sales, not as suit components
• CBP may require photos for vest vs. shirt classification