Men's Wool-Blend Track Vest from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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