Men's Columbia Silver Ridge Lite Vest from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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