Women's Kevlar-Reinforced Nylon Windbreaker Jacket from Japan
This lightweight windbreaker jacket is made from nylon fabric coated with polyurethane (heading 5903) for water resistance, featuring Kevlar reinforcements at high-wear areas for recreational activities like hiking. It falls under HTS 6210.50.0555 as other women's recreational performance outerwear of man-made fibers from coated fabrics. The design provides windproofing and durability without qualifying as swimwear or underwear.
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 the fabric meets heading 5903 specifications (PU-coated nylon) via lab tests; misclassification as uncoated shifts to 6200 series
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'recreational performance' use and man-made fiber content over 70% to avoid scrutiny