Men's Merino Wool Athletic Vest from China
Performance vest for track and field, composed of 45% merino wool and polyester, with mesh panels for ventilation. Falls under HTS 6211.33.90.52 as a men's other garment (vest) of man-made fibers with high wool content, non-knitted per Chapter 62 scope.
Duty Rate — China → United States
36%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use AATCC testing for wool content accuracy to prevent CBP disputes on fiber thresholds
• Include care labels specifying wool blend; avoid claims of 'wool-free' to match declaration
• Declare as 'vest' only if sleeveless and pocketless below waist per 6205/6206 exclusions