Columbia Padded Sleeveless Vest with Sleeve Attachments from Japan
This women's padded sleeveless jacket made of nylon man-made fibers is designed as recreational performance outerwear, featuring attachments for removable sleeves to convert it into a full jacket. It falls under HTS 6202.40.3510 due to its padded construction, sleeveless design with sleeve attachments, and use of man-made fibers for anoraks and windbreakers. The '635' statistical suffix specifies the sleeve attachment feature.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
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Import Tips
• Verify man-made fiber content exceeds 70% via lab tests to avoid reclassification; provide mill certificates
• Document sleeve attachments as integral features with photos and specs to justify '635' suffix
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling and avoid common pitfalls like incorrect padding declarations leading to audits