Polyester Windbreaker Jacket from Japan
A lightweight polyester jacket with a full front zipper and adjustable hood, designed for outdoor activities like hiking or casual wear. It falls under HTS 6211.33.90.58 as a jacket-type garment of man-made fibers excluded from heading 6201, not qualifying as a suit jacket due to its sporty design and lack of formal tailoring.
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 exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 6211.33
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'jacket-type garment excluded from 6201' to avoid reclassification
• Watch for pitfalls like hoods or drawstrings triggering additional child safety regulations under CPSIA