Polyester Hospital Scrub Top from Japan
A lightweight polyester blouse-style top designed for medical professionals in hospitals and clinics, featuring V-neck, short sleeves, and multiple pockets for tools. It falls under HTS 6206.40.30.33 as a women's shirt-blouse of man-made fibers specifically intended for use in hospitals, clinics, or contaminated areas. The loose fit and durable fabric meet requirements for non-knitted, made-up textile articles in Chapter 62.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
26.9%
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
• Verify fabric is 100% man-made fibers via lab tests to avoid reclassification; include end-use certificates proving hospital/clinic designation
• Watch for knitted versions which shift to Chapter 61