Merino Wool Trimmed Windbreaker from Germany
A lightweight women's windbreaker with man-made shell incorporating 38% merino fine animal hair for warmth, complete with hood, zip pockets, and adjustable cuffs. Classified in HTS 6202.40.65 due to its windbreaker style and wool content threshold in man-made fibers. It's not a full overcoat but a protective similar article.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
19.7%
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
• Label garments clearly with fiber breakdown (e.g
• '62% nylon, 38% wool') to meet FTC and CBP labeling requirements
• Declare as 'windbreaker' not 'anorak' if lacking heavy padding to avoid scrutiny
• Watch for quota restrictions on wool blends; check current visa status via OTEXA