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Men's Waterproof Rain Poncho from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

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