Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Vest from Japan
Patagonia's Nano Puff Vest is a lightweight, insulated cotton-blend vest for men's recreational outdoor use, providing warmth without bulk for activities like climbing. Classified under HTS 6211.32.5070 for men's cotton recreational performance outerwear vests. Its design emphasizes performance features without violating exclusionary notes for shirts or suits.
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
• Document performance testing (e.g
• water resistance) to support recreational outerwear claim during CBP review
• Use invoice descriptions specifying 'vest' without shirt-like features to avoid scrutiny under 6205 shirt definitions