Men's Wool-Blend Track Vest from Germany
A lightweight vest designed as part of a track suit, featuring a front zipper and elastic hem for athletic use. It contains 40% wool blended with man-made fibers like polyester for durability and breathability, qualifying under HTS 6211.33.90.52 as an other garment (vest) with 36% or more wool. This non-knitted, made-up textile article falls in Chapter 62 for non-knitted apparel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm ≥36% wool, as blends must meet the wool threshold for this subheading
• Provide detailed invoices specifying vest construction, excluding any knitted elements to avoid Chapter 61 reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as outerwear; ensure no pockets below waist to stay out of 6205/6206