Columbia Men's Watertight II Jacket from Germany
This water-resistant anorak-style jacket from Columbia is made of 100% nylon man-made fibers with sealed seams and hydrophobic coating, designed for recreational outdoor activities like hiking. It falls under HTS 6201.40.4540 as a men's water resistant anorak of man-made fibers for recreational performance outerwear. The full front zipper, adjustable hood, and multiple pockets confirm its classification as recreational outerwear excluding knitted types.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify water resistance via AATCC 35 test results (column 634) and include lab certification in documentation to avoid reclassification
• Label fiber content accurately as 100% man-made (nylon/polyester) per FTC rules; declare as 'recreational performance outerwear' on entry