Polyester Apron Cover from Japan
Knitted polyester torso bib without waist ties, worn as protective over-layer. 'Other' knitted garment under HTS 6114.90.90.45 (synthetics, cotton restraints); not full apron per industrial definitions.
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
• Specify 'upper body protection only' to avoid workwear reclassification
• Prove knitted vs. non-woven construction via lab analysis
• Restraint 359 licensing required; protective garments often quota-limited