Wool Hiking Jacket from Japan
A lightweight wool jacket designed for recreational hiking, featuring water-repellent treatment and multiple pockets, excluded from heading 6201 due to its performance outerwear characteristics. Classified under HTS 6211.39.03.45 as a men's recreational performance jacket made of wool. It provides insulation and durability for outdoor activities without meeting overcoat specifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 50% via lab testing for accurate classification under wool subheading
• Include performance fabric certifications to justify exclusion from 6201 and avoid reclassification
• Label garments clearly as men's based on left-over-right closure per Chapter 62 notes