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
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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