Men's Overgarment Felt Vest from China
A sleeveless vest made from nonwoven felt fabric of heading 5603, designed as an overgarment for layering in cold weather. It lacks pockets below the waist and any ribbed waistband, qualifying for heading 6205 exclusion criteria but classified here per Chapter Note due to nonwoven fabric composition. Falls under 6210.10.90.40 as other garments of nonwoven fabrics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric meets heading 5603 nonwoven specs with mill test certificates to avoid reclassification to woven chapters
• Label as 'overgarment' clearly; ensure no disallowed features like waist pockets per 6205/6206 notes