Columbia Women's Silver Ridge Vest from Germany
A lightweight, padded sleeveless vest from 100% polyester with Omni-Shade UPF 50 protection for hiking. Classified in HTS 6202.40.6020 as a women's windbreaker-style padded sleeveless jacket of man-made fibers, excluding ski-specific designs. Its zippered pockets and adjustable hem meet the 'similar articles' criteria.
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
• Document padding material (e.g
• polyester fill) separately as it affects valuation and classification
• Avoid bulk packaging; present as retail-ready to distinguish from industrial wear
• Check for prohibited azo dyes in man-made fabrics common in Asian imports