Women's Down-Filled Ski Anorak from Japan
This women's anorak is a padded ski jacket containing 15% or more down and waterfowl plumage, with down comprising over 35% by weight, designed as part of a ski ensemble for alpine skiing. It features water-resistant fabric, multiple pockets, and adjustable hood, classifying under HTS 6211.20.0440 as an anorak imported as part of ski-suits per chapter notes.
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 down content via lab testing to meet 35% down and 15% total plumage thresholds for this subheading
• Include documentation proving it's part of a ski ensemble, such as retail packaging with matching trousers
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no pockets below waist or ribbed waistband, per notes for headings 6205/6206