Women's Waterproof Fishing Vest from Germany
A sleeveless vest made from laminated nonwoven fabric (5603), featuring multiple utility pockets above the waist and adjustable straps, intended for anglers to hold gear. Right-over-left closure indicates women's design. HTS 6210.10.90 covers it as a non-knitted garment of nonwoven, not classifiable as shirt (6206) due to utility purpose.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document closure direction (right-over-left for women) per chapter notes to avoid men's classification
• Test for waterproofing; ensure nonwoven base dominates over any coating
• Avoid adding waist pockets, as they disqualify from 6210 and push to 6204 (men's jackets)