Women's Cotton Ripstop Climbing Breeches from Japan
Form-fitting cotton ripstop breeches with knee pads, harness loops, and gusseted crotch for rock climbing and mountaineering, qualifying as recreational performance outerwear. HTS 6204.69.0610 applies for women's woven cotton trousers/breeches under cotton restraints (348).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document performance features (e.g
• ripstop weave) to justify recreational classification over casual wear
• Comply with flammability standards for children's apparel if applicable; test reports required
• Avoid reclassification by ensuring no metal thread exceeds limits per chapter notes