Men's Columbia Silver Ridge Lite Vest from China
A breathable nylon vest with Omni-Wick technology for moisture management, ideal for men's hiking and trail activities. Classified under HTS 6211.39.1560 as recreational performance outwear vest of man-made fibers, woven not knitted, meeting chapter criteria for other garments. Designed without waist pockets or ribbed waistband.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm no pockets below waist to stay in 6211; document performance features like UPF protection for justification
• Use HTS lookup tools for statistical suffix 859; pitfall is overlooking closure direction for men's classification
• Bundle with care instructions label per FTC to prevent CBP holds on textile imports