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Columbia Men's Steens Mountain Vest

This quilted cotton vest from Columbia is designed as recreational performance outerwear for men, featuring water-resistant fabric and insulation for outdoor activities like hiking. It falls under HTS 6211.32.5070 as a men's cotton vest classified as other garments in the track suits and swimwear chapter, specifically under recreational performance outerwear. It lacks pockets below the waist and ribbed waistband, distinguishing it from headings 6205/6206.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.1%+17.5%25.6%
🇲🇽Mexico8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇨🇦Canada8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇩🇪Germany8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇯🇵Japan8.1%+10.0%18.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6203.33.20Higher: 44.8% vs 25.6%

If features waist pockets or ribbed hem

Garments with pockets below waist or tightening means at bottom classify in 6203 as men's cotton jackets, per Chapter notes excluding them from 6205/6206.

6210.40Lower: 16.2% vs 25.6%

If marketed as general apparel without performance features

Non-performance vests fall under 6210 for other men's garments of cotton, as prima facie classification prioritizes 6210 over other chapter headings excluding 6209.

6110.30.30Higher: 49.5% vs 25.6%

If knitted or crocheted construction

Chapter 62 excludes knitted articles; knitted cotton vests classify in Chapter 61 under heading 6110 for men's knitted pullovers and vests.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify cotton fiber content exceeds 70% via lab tests for accurate Chapter 62 classification; blends may shift to man-made fiber subheadings

Include country of origin and care labeling per FTC rules; recreational performance claims require substantiation to avoid misclassification