Women's Puffer Vest from Mexico

A padded, sleeveless jacket made from man-made fibers such as polyester, designed as recreational performance outerwear for layering during outdoor activities like hiking or skiing. It falls under HTS 6202.40.35 as a padded, sleeveless jacket within women's anoraks, windbreakers, and similar articles of man-made fibers. The insulation provides warmth without restricting arm movement.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

24.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab tests to confirm Chapter 62 classification and avoid reclassification to cotton headings

Label as 'recreational performance outerwear' with care instructions; ensure no pockets below waist to stay out of 6205/6206

Provide commercial invoice detailing padding material (e.g

synthetic insulation) to prevent scrutiny as non-padded windbreakers