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Cotton Workman's Vest from Germany

A durable cotton vest designed for laborers, featuring multiple pockets for tools and high-visibility reflective strips. It falls under HTS 6211.32.9070 as an 'other garment' specifically categorized as a vest for men or boys, made of cotton, not knitted or crocheted, and outside specific exclusions like swimwear or ski-suits. This classification applies to practical outerwear vests without full coverage like jackets.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Verify the vest lacks pockets below the waist and ribbed waistbands to avoid misclassification into headings 6205 or 6206

Provide detailed fabric content certificates confirming 100% cotton composition and non-knitted construction

Label garments clearly for men's or boys' use based on closure direction (left over right) per chapter notes

Cotton Workman's Vest from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 6211.32.90.70