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Women's Vinyl-Coated Dust Smock from Japan

A protective smock made from PVC-coated man-made fabric (5907) for women, used in cleanrooms or labs without waist pockets. Classified in HTS 6210.50.55.55 as other women's garments of specified fabrics, not a suit or ski wear. Made-up non-knitted textile per chapter provisions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include end-use affidavits if industrial to differentiate from apparel; avoids anti-dumping scrutiny

• Test coating weight for 5907 compliance; customs may require lab analysis reports

• Avoid declaring as 'apron' without ties—full garment coverage justifies 6210 over 6217