Unisex PVC-Coated Fishing Smock from Japan
A unisex smock for fishing, constructed from man-made fiber fabric impregnated with rubber-like PVC coating that fully hides the textile base, offering durability against water and fish scales. Includes multiple pockets for gear. Classified in 6210.30.30.00 for coated garments akin to 6202 jackets.
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
• Test for complete obscuration as per HTS notes; partial visibility risks reclassification
• Classify as women's if right-over-left front closure per Chapter rules
• Provide end-use declarations to distinguish from industrial safety gear