Men's Expedition Down Shell Jacket from Japan
Heavy-duty expedition jacket of man-made fibers stuffed with qualifying down (≥15% plumage/down ≥35%, ≥10% total). Built for arctic conditions with expedition-grade zippers and baffles. HTS 6201.40.5500 for padded down anoraks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify down as RDS (Responsible Down Standard) for easier customs clearance and branding
• Separate down origin from shell fabric in invoices to facilitate material verification
• Train staff on chapter notes excluding knitted items to prevent errors