Men's Wool Puffer Vest from Japan
A padded, sleeveless jacket made from wool or fine animal hair, designed as recreational performance outerwear with insulation for warmth during outdoor activities like hiking. It falls under HTS 6201.20.19.00 as a padded, sleeveless jacket classified within men's anoraks, windbreakers, and similar articles of wool. The padding provides thermal insulation without sleeves, distinguishing it from full jackets.
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
• Verify wool content exceeds 50% and obtain certificates of origin for preferential duty treatment under trade agreements
• Ensure labeling complies with FTC fiber content rules and includes country of origin to avoid CBP penalties
• Inspect for prohibited azo dyes in wool fabrics common in recreational outerwear imports