Men's Lightweight Cotton Padded Vest from China
Lightweight sleeveless padded vest for men using thin cotton shell and minimal insulation for transitional weather. Classified precisely under HTS 6201.30.80.10 for 'other' padded sleeveless cotton jackets in the anorak/windbreaker group.
Duty Rate — China → United States
29.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify fill power and type on invoices for customs valuation; ensure no pockets below waist to stay out of 6205/6206
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline padding levels
• Track MFN vs preferential rates based on origin