Men's Waterproof Rain Poncho

A lightweight, foldable poncho designed for men, made from fabric coated with PVC plastic that completely obscures the underlying textile, providing full-body protection from rain. It falls under HTS 6210.40.75.00 as an 'other' men's garment with an outer surface laminated with plastics material obscuring the fabric, not classifiable as specific garments like jackets in heading 6201. The coating ensures waterproofing while qualifying as a made-up textile article excluding knits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
🇲🇽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.

6210.20.50Higher: 24.6% vs 20.8%

If outer surface not completely obscuring the fabric

Partial treatment or non-obscuring coating shifts to 'other waterproof garments' in 6210.20, as full obscuration is required for .75 subheading.

6201Lower: 14.2% vs 20.8%

If designed as a specific waterproof jacket rather than 'other' garment

Jackets with obscuring coating may classify in 6201 men's overcoats if meeting jacket criteria, prioritizing specific over residual 'other' headings.

6110.30.30Higher: 49.5% vs 20.8%

If the garment is knitted or crocheted

Chapter 62 excludes knits; knitted coated ponchos go to Chapter 61, as chapter notes limit 62 to non-knit made-up textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the coating completely obscures the underlying fabric via lab testing to avoid reclassification to uncoated garments under 6201 or 6203

Include detailed invoices specifying plastic/rubber type (e.g

PVC, PU) and obscuration level, plus fabric origin for Chapter 62 eligibility