Wool Blend Hiking Trousers from Japan
These women's wool blend trousers are designed for recreational hiking with reinforced knees, multiple cargo pockets, and water-resistant coating, classified under HTS 6204.69.0620 as recreational performance outerwear trousers subject to wool restraints. The wool content triggers the restraint category (448) while meeting the non-knitted, performance-oriented criteria.
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
• Verify wool content exceeds threshold for restraint (448) via lab testing; declare accurately to avoid penalties
• Include performance fabric certifications and country-of-origin docs for recreational outerwear claims
• Watch for misclassification as ensembles if sold with matching jacket; separate components properly