Men's Rubberized Lab Coat from Japan
A men's lab coat made from rubberized textile fabric of heading 5906, designed to protect against spills and splashes in laboratory settings. It falls under HTS 6210.20.90 as an 'other garment' of the type described in heading 6201 (coats), using coated fabrics not knitted or crocheted. This classification prioritizes the special fabric over standard apparel headings per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify fabric coating meets heading 5906 specs with lab tests; declare exact composition to avoid reclassification
• Include protective gear certifications if marketed for industrial use; watch for undervaluation pitfalls
• Label as 'not for consumer apparel' to prevent shifts to Chapter 62 headings