Men's Vicuna Wool Mountaineering Vest from Japan
Sleeveless vest in rare vicuna wool for men's high-altitude mountaineering, with goggle wipe panel and harness slots. Under HTS 6211.39.03.51 as wool/fine hair recreational performance outwear (vests qualify as 'other'). Woven construction for extreme conditions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Rare fibers like vicuna require CITES permits if applicable; declare endangered species status
• Vest must lack sleeves to avoid 6205 shirt-blouse notes
• Undervaluation common—use transaction value with comparable sales data