Men's Cotton Puffer Vest from Germany

A padded, sleeveless jacket made primarily from cotton fabric, designed as an insulating layer for men with synthetic fill for warmth. It falls under HTS 6201.30.80.10 as a padded, sleeveless jacket classified as an anorak or windbreaker style outerwear, other than those of heading 6203, specifically the 'other' subheading for cotton anoraks excluding certain types. The cotton outer shell and sleeveless padded construction match the precise tariff description.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

19.4%

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 cotton content exceeds 70% for accurate classification and label fiber composition per FTC rules; obtain mill certificates for fabric origin

Ensure padding is synthetic fill, not feathers, to avoid poultry exclusions

Watch for quilting patterns that might resemble vests under 6114 if knitted