Outdoor Research Women's Helium Vest from Germany
Pertex Microlight shell with synthetic insulation for fast-hiking ultralight protection. This padded sleeveless jacket fits HTS 6202.40.3520 as recreational performance outerwear of man-made fibers. Packs into its own pocket for trail efficiency.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ultralight fabrics (<100gsm) still qualify if padded; weight specs aid valuation disputes
• Confirm right-over-left women's closure per chapter notes to avoid men's 6201 reclass
• Use ISF filing 24hrs pre-loading; apparel faces high exam rates at LA/Long Beach ports