Girls' Down Alternative Vest from Japan
Sleeveless padded jacket for girls, constructed from man-made fibers with synthetic fill for warmth in recreational outdoor pursuits like snow play. Classified under HTS 6202.40.35 for women's/girls' padded sleeveless jackets of man-made fibers in the recreational performance category. Right-over-left closure confirms girls' designation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include height/age indicators on invoice for girls' items to distinguish from adult sizes and support 6202 classification
• Document insulation as 'down alternative' (synthetic) to avoid misclassification as feather-filled under different provisions
• Ensure no ribbed waistband or lower pockets, as per notes for 6205/6206 exclusion