The North Face Men's Venture Vest from Japan
The North Face Venture Vest is a men's cotton performance vest for hiking and outdoor recreation, with durable water-repellent finish. It is classified in HTS 6211.32.5070 as recreational performance outerwear vest of cotton, not qualifying as a suit or shirt 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
• Provide technical specs on fabric weave (non-knitted) to confirm Chapter 62 applicability over knitted Chapter 61
• Left-over-right front closure indicates men's garment per chapter note 12
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail-ready units prevent reclassification as unfinished components