Men's Padded Cotton Vest from Japan
Sleeveless padded cotton vest for men with stand-up collar and handwarmer pockets, designed as layering piece under coats. Explicitly included in HTS 6201.30.80.51 for padded, sleeveless jackets as similar articles of cotton.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Emphasize sleeveless padded design in entry docs to match statistical reporting
• Avoid selling with matching bottoms that could form ensemble
• Ensure no waist-tightening features conflicting with related shirt headings