Merino Wool Ski Ensemble from Japan
A women's three-piece ski ensemble with wool-blend anorak, trousers, and waistcoat, identifiable for alpine skiing but using wool textile. Falls under 6204.29.4084 as an other textile ensemble subject to wool restraints, distinct from dedicated ski-suits of 6211 due to material. Components match in wool fabric construction for retail packaging.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document exact wool percentage for quota verification; use certified mills for traceability
• Label as ensemble set; separate pieces risk reclassification and higher duties
• Check for ski-suit features like footstraps that could shift to 6211; pitfall in seasonal imports