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Men's Polyester Waistcoat Vest

A sleeveless men's waistcoat knitted from polyester, suitable for formal layering. HTS 6110.90.90.69 covers such knitted vests of other textiles for men, explicitly including waistcoats per heading scope.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+20.0%26%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6103.39.10.00Higher: 34.9% vs 26%

If component of knitted suit

Suit waistcoats with matching jacket/trousers classify in 6103 per definition.

6203.43.45.00Lower: 20% vs 26%

If woven, not knitted

Non-knitted vests fall to Chapter 62 men's suits ensemble provisions.

6110.90.90.67Same rate: 26%

If women's sizing/closure

Right-over-left front closure designates as women's garment per notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify 'waistcoat' on docs and confirm sleeveless knitted design

• Pair with suit jacket photos if part of set to avoid ensemble misclassification