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Tyvek Rain Cape

A waterproof cape constructed from Tyvek nonwoven fabric (heading 5603), designed for foul weather protection with hood and snap closures. Falls under HTS 6210.20.90.20 as a cape similar to heading 6201 types, using specified nonwoven materials.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.2%+20.0%26.2%
🇲🇽Mexico6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇨🇦Canada6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6210.10.50Lower: 20% vs 26.2%

If sold as part of a coordinated ensemble set

Chapter note defines ensembles; set presentation shifts from individual garment.

5903.90.30Higher: 40.2% vs 26.2%

If imported as uncoated nonwoven sheet, not made-up

State of completion: unfinished sheets stay in Chapter 59, not Chapter 62 made-up.

6201Lower: 16.7% vs 26.2%

If made from man-made fiber woven textile

Material change to woven fabric moves to standard 6201 MMF overcoat provisions.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide technical data sheet confirming Tyvek as 5603 nonwoven to prevent misclassification

• Ensure country-of-origin marking visible on cape per CBP rules