The North Face Women's ThermoBall Vest from Japan
Insulated sleeveless jacket using ThermoBall synthetic fill in a nylon ripstop shell for cold-weather layering. It matches HTS 6202.40.6020 for women's man-made fiber anoraks/windbreakers, padded sleeveless 'other' category. Designed as outerwear without sleeves, distinct from shirts or blouses.
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
• Provide technical specs on insulation weight to justify 'padded' status over lightweight shells
• Use HTS advisory rulings for down-like synthetics to preempt challenges
• Register for CTPAT if high-volume importer to speed clearance