PVC-Coated Unisex Poncho

A unisex rain poncho made from plastics-coated fabric of heading 5906, where the PVC layer fully obscures the textile base, resembling a 6201-type over-garment. Classified in 6210 as 'other garments' due to the non-textile outer surface. Perfect for emergency rain protection.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6201Higher: 14.2% vs 13.3%

If for uncoated textile ponchos

Ponchos without full obscuring coating are treated as standard 6201 overcoats.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 13.3%

If coating is so heavy it's considered primarily plastic

Excessively thick plastic articles may shift to Chapter 39, not textile garments.

6117.80.95Higher: 32.1% vs 13.3%

If knitted construction

Knitted coated ponchos exclude from Chapter 62, going to 6117 for other knit garments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify as women's if closure cannot be sex-identified, per chapter note on left/right over right

Include coating thickness specs in entry docs to prove complete obscuration

Avoid bundling with accessories; sets may require separate classification