Men's Fleece-Lined Polyester Vest from Japan
This sleeveless men's vest is knitted from polyester with fleece lining for insulation, designed as a waistcoat-style layer. It qualifies for HTS 6110.30.30.53 as a similar article (vest) of man-made fibers for men, not part of an ensemble. Lacks features excluded by heading 6105/6106 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
32%
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
• Provide knit diagrams or swatches if queried on stitch density (must average 10+ per cm)
• Classify as 'other' only after ruling out suit/ensemble sets per chapter note definitions
• Bundle with matching trousers? Risk reclassification as ensemble under note (b)